December Gifts – celebrating abundance

Malcolm and I ditched the tradition of presents under the Christmas tree long ago. We did that for many reasons, but mostly because choosing the perfect gift for the ones we love had become stressful, and the season's focus was diverted away from honest celebrations. It is amazing how much living one can accomplish when …

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Giving Thanks

Thanksgiving celebrations come in all shapes and sizes, from big family gatherings to eclectic Friendsgiving dinners to two people sitting at a coffee table sharing Chinese takeout and binge-watching Hallmark movies. Wherever you are, whoever you are with, Thanksgiving is about being grateful for the abundance of life. In the US we set aside just …

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October Wrap-Up – Hitting the Reset Button

Some of us wait until the end of the year to review and reflect on what has happened in our lives during the past twelve months, but I like performing a mini-checkup on myself at the end of each month. Physical evidence is more easily evaluated in small chunks. Likewise, the absence of evidence is, …

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Entertaining Thoughts – Texture

There is nothing like an over-the-top weekend to restore much-needed balance to our lives. Our staycation in Miami did just that, and we came home refreshed and renewed. Malcolm and I lived in Miami for over twenty years and still have a fondness for this beautiful city. The city has grown and become more walkable …

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