As promised, I've chosen to share some of my own experiences and tips in a complimentary post to Alura Cein's that I featured in the previous message here on S.D. Since I have worked with Her for a number of years, I can definitely vouch for how the world has changed; and because I've spent... Continue Reading →
Update: “Challenging Reality and Poetry Excerpts”
Happy New Year to everyone joining my on this journey! I hope you took the time to reconnect with family in whatever way possible, and that you maintain the bonds of love and friendship not only this year but into the future, as well. I'm happy to announce that a new installment of the mini... Continue Reading →
Personal Post: “The Pressure to Follow”
As I continue on my constant journey with inner work, one of the lessons I have learned is the truth of an observation made by a very dear friend of mine: often, people adopt an idea or a label not because they want to - but because those around them have pressured them into... Continue Reading →
Tuesday’s the Grateful Five
Today I give thanks to the Heavens for: life lessons that bring new ideas and inspirationsnew realizations had through shadow workthe baby birds who come to eat at the feeder outsidekind neighbors the shade of my favorite trees
Brief Update and Personal Post
Recently it's been crazy here. My family has endured some unexpected issues and demolition in our home, but things are much more quiet now. I hope to be able to post a little more regularly soon. I apologize for not posting new content as promised, but life happens. Isn't it great! As previously mentioned, new... Continue Reading →
Contribution to the Weekly Smile / Hobby Post: “Paper Crafting, Trash Clean-up, and Family Time” #weeklysmile
Recently, I've revived my childhood love of paper crafting - origami, card-making, etc. While I've been doing the cards for a long time now, I decided to find some new ideas and techniques to try and came across a Youtube channel with lots of inspiration. I just made a special holiday one for... Continue Reading →
Personal Post: “Spring Ahead”
Recently, we had the first rainfall of the year. It was a welcomed blessing because it's been pretty dry since the snow stopped. Sadly, except for a few quick errands, I've been too busy struggling getting things done to get outside very much. Once I get rid of some more items on my to-do... Continue Reading →
Tuesday’s “The Grateful Five”
Today, I am grateful for: the progress I see my friends makingbookcases!the beautiful spring weatherkitty hugsnew inspiration
Double Feature! Contribution to “The Weekly Smile” (plus Hobby post): “The Bookcase and Preparing For Spring” #weeklysmile
I realized I hadn't contributed to the Weekly Wise for a while and decided to kick the week off with this prompt. (Our week actually starts on Sunday, but I know most people by the modern calendar.) We've embarked on a new family project: assembling the bookcases we've waited years to get! It's exciting... Continue Reading →
Blog Update: “S.D. Plans for Spring!”
This year will be seeing a lot more original content, and a few new additions. One is some posts that are also linked to content I've shared on other platforms. I have already begun that process in several recent blog posts that mentioned topics that have come up on Facebook and Instagram. Since I'm... Continue Reading →