On a recent post, “Dreams & Goals for 2017,” I talked about wanting to find a daily schedule to help me reduce stress levels, as well as balance my time between work and personal pursuits.  A commenter, Mari, expressed interest in hearing about my schedule if I found one that works.  It’s been two weeks, Continue reading

Every year is another chance to look back, figure out what went well and what didn’t, and think of ways to make the next year even better.  I call my list “dreams and goals,” instead of “resolutions.”  What I’ve discovered, especially this past year, is that you don’t know what unexpected opportunities may pop up Continue reading

a safe & happy Thanksgiving! In so many ways, Thanksgiving feels like the end of a year.  Harvest foods are put on the table, a long summer leaves behind shivery nights and frosty mornings, and Advent, the Christian New Year, is right around the corner.  I know I’ll be cozying up with the second half Continue reading