Monthly Archives: April 2015

Journey 110: Birdman: Or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)

I wanted to save this movie until last, watching the Best Picture nominated films, since it won. I’d rather see the others so as to have a body of work to compare the winner to. However, with the final two … Continue reading

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Journey 109: Puttering Day

Sundays are rapidly becoming true days of rest for me, even on those occasions that I work part of the afternoon. I don’t always spend the day lounging, although I certainly enjoy a day curled up with a stack of … Continue reading

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Journey 108: Colander Planter

Today, in spite of thunderstorms and rain, my mom, sister Linda and I headed out into the weather to participate in Sutherland’s annual half price plant sale.  Mom and Linda wanted plants for their “Aunt Annie” containers, among other flowers … Continue reading

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Journey 107: Camping Under the Stars – Jesus Jam 2015

This evening was a first for me and my sister Linda. We volunteered to help out at an annual event at College Heights Christian Church, known as Jesus Jam. The theme of this special evening this year was Camping Under … Continue reading

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Journey 106: My First LARABAR 

   I stopped by a local grocery store in Joplin today, to pick up avocados. Checking out I spotted LARABARs for sale, above the plethora of candy bars available. I had read about these health bars on the Whole30 website. … Continue reading

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Journey 105: Start the Day with Music

What a wonderful way to begin my day, seated in the darkened auditorium at the Webb City High School Performing Arts Building, watching as the Carl Junction High School Wind Ensemble took the stage. Today was the Southwest State Band Competition. … Continue reading

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Journey 104: My Happy Place

In spite of a canopy of dark clouds today, only occasional drops of rain fell. When the temperature climbed into the mid 60’s, I answered the tug to wander out into the backyard. I only intended to take a stroll, … Continue reading

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Journey 103: Quirky Holidays

After a long day, I bowed to posting a brief journey, with a bit of humor. I enjoyed a conversation with a dear friend today and enjoyed chatting with another over Thai food.  Headed home at 8:15 with more work … Continue reading

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Journey 102: Sacred Well-Being

I love self care Sundays! Although I worked today, showing property to a delightful young couple, I knew that later in the day, I would be entering into a time of caring for myself. I woke up this morning with … Continue reading

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Journey 101: Vintage Market Days of NW Arkansas

Today I attended a wonderful event in Arkansas, for the first time, the Vintage Market Days of NW Arkansas. Accompanied by Greg, and daughters Elissa and Adriel, we ventured into the fairgrounds in Bentonville to try out this open air … Continue reading

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