Category Archives: Musings

Background Noise

(Installment 1 of life without TV) Some people would consider a TV as essential as indoor plumbing, but fortunately I’m not one of them. When I was home I would normally turn on the TV. Alternately I would play the … Continue reading

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Spring Awakenings

I walked past a lilac bush and saw the buds still tightly closed as a fist, unwilling to submit to the chilly spring air.   I watched daffodils swaying in the breeze; turning their gaze to the intermittent sun.  Little lambs … Continue reading

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Follow Your Dream

What would you give up to be able to follow your dream?  Your car? Your home? Your job?  All of the above? Just for the record, we’re not talking about winning the Lottery (though I will continue to try) or … Continue reading

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Dichotomy

The Right child Now awakened Cries for her due As she grows So does her need To be heard The Left child Once dominant Now confused, unsure Cries for reason The battle For sovereignty Rages All the while The Blue … Continue reading

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Silent Night

It’s Christmas Eve and silence has descended.  A time to reflect on the meaning of this sacred time of year for many religions.  There is a great emphasis on gifts, and as I’ve grown older I’ve put more emphasis on … Continue reading

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Where I’d Rather Be

(adapted from a Wildfire Writing Class 1/29/2008) One place I’d rather be is on an island.  Not necessarily a deserted island, merely an island where I can live with an ocean view.  I love the sound of the ocean – … Continue reading

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