may 24, 2015
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” ~ Aristotle One thing Shakers are known for, besides their convulsive dancing, is their expert craftsmanship. They took great care in building home … Continued
may 23, 2015
“From the withered tree, a flower blooms.” ~ Zen Proverb I was supposed to be in Oklahoma celebrating Angie Bliss Fanning’s birthday, but the weather and our better judgements changed my plans. To soothe my wounds, Stacy Yelton and … Continued
may 22, 2015
“Differences are not intended to separate, to alienate. We are different precisely in order to realize our need of one another.” ~ Desmond Tutu Wally and I often walk to Stacy’s house after supper. On beautiful days like … Continued
may 21, 2015
“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” ~ Thích Nhất Hạnh This Blackberry Winter hitting Kentucky is so cold it turned my red peonies snow … Continued
may 20, 2015
“If you don’t like where you are, move on. You are not a tree.” ~ Unknown Recently, a lot of people have asked about my hand. For starters, I had no idea anyone was following along, so I was … Continued
may 19, 2015
“Align yourself with people that you can learn from, people who want more out of life, people who are stretching and searching and seeking some higher ground in life.” ~ Les Brown I thought I’d share a bit … Continued
may 18, 2015
“Surround yourself with people who reflect what you want to be and how you want to feel. Energies are contagious.” ~ Unknown Because sometimes a Monday just needs a little outhouse selfie. Cheers to a great week for … Continued
may 17, 2015
“Life has taken me on journeys that I didn’t care to take. Life has also brought me back to exactly where I need to be.” ~ Angel Laney Sutton From the front porch of my Aunt Linda and … Continued
may 16, 2015
“Every choice begins with an intention, your intentions guide your thoughts. Your thoughts guide your choices, and your choices influence your life.” ~ David Bennett If there was anything missing in yesterday’s dedication ceremony it was an acknowledgement … Continued
may 15, 2015
“One tree can start a forest / One smile can begin a friendship / One hand can lift a soul / One word can frame the goal / One candle can wipe out darkness / One laugh can conquer gloom / … Continued