A Funny Thing Happened at the Dentist’s Office . . . The Realities of a Big Move

When I was back on the island a couple of months ago, taking that two-day drawing coursewith my friend Alison, I bumped into numerous friends and neighbours from our 20+ years there. Fielding questions about…

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Nest-Feathering Report: Entryway Photo Wall

 We’re getting much closer to having this new home accommodate enough of our old lives while we nudge our way into the new. Our entryway is a good example of this. It might seem to…

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Drawing Lessons . . . and Returning Home . . .

Last week was very busy, and rewardingly so. I learned some new techniques in two intense days of drawing classes, but not only that — the immersion was also inspiring, and I’m fairly confident it’s…

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It’s Beginning. . . . Spring is On Its Way (and bringing some continuing thoughts on Retired Life)

 As you will know if you’ve been reading here for any time at all, one of the toughest aspects of this move, for me, has been leaving behind a garden I’d created and nurtured for…

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Five Things Friday, Home Alone. . .

My week alone wasn’t as productive as I’d hoped, but I did finish this handknit doll and sew up the tulle skirt to match her new owner’s preferred style of dress. . . . I…

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