Materfamilias Writes

Monday Morning, Thinking, Feeling . . . .

Monday Morning, Thinking, Feeling . . . .

I’m struggling right now. I have a few posts lined up, semi-written. Ideas for a few more. But in all areas right now, I’m finding it very tough to muster energy, except for those compulsive-repetitive-fairly…

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Giving Thanks . . . and Being Honest . . .

Giving Thanks . . . and Being Honest . . .

Photos of the colourful blooms, leaves, and berries enlivening my autumn garden. So much to be thankful for. We had our Thanksgiving dinner here on Saturday evening to accommodate the working schedule of New Daughter-in-Law.…

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Deep Breath In. . . Now Out. . . Calming Oneself on the Weekend

Deep Breath In. . . Now Out. . . Calming Oneself on the Weekend

 I must confess that I am in an adrenaline-raddled state, two weeks into my term. Every job has its challenges. At a primarily teaching-focused institution, the startling change of rhythm at the beginning of the…

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Into the Light . . . Windows and Doors

Into the Light . . . Windows and Doors

 Thank you so much for all the kind comments you left on my lastrather tremulous post. I’m still guarding my own words rather carefully, although I will try to respond, eventually, in the comments stream.…

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