sit and visit for a bit
October! Quite possibly my favorite month of the year. The weather is still very warm here, reaching well up into the 80's on most days. Thankfully, the mornings are cooler and we finally hit the low 50's this morning for that crisp Fall feel. Talk about energizing! My walk this morning was brisker and more… Continue reading Embrace the Beauty of October: A Simpler Season
A lot of time has passed, and a whole lot of water has run under the bridge, since I turned my attention to my blog. Life has changed in many ways and I've been chasing after a new "normal routine" in a way that just didn't allow for much time or focus on blogging. Is… Continue reading A Return to The Porch…
Reflecting on life's challenges and blessings, expressing gratitude and hopefulness despite hardships. Seeking joy through simple pleasures, such as selecting pumpkins, working puzzles or soaking up the beauty of a brisk sunny afternoon.
Enjoying the start of a new season and all that brings with it! The shift in the sun, cooler mornings, dressing the porch for Fall, and even some fine dining in the truck ~ all signal that Autumn is bearing down on us.
Not all of life is peaks and valleys; much of it is lived in plateau moments and there is still much beauty and joy on the level ground.
A mother's babies will always be her babies...
They say that holding or petting a dog is good for your health...
Finishing the year strong and with a thankful heart...
I browse through beautifully curated images on Instagram, feed upon small squares of perfection to pass the time. In many ways, this is like flipping through slick magazines back in the day, turning page after page of professional images designed to make me want more than what I have.... Our home is on the small… Continue reading comparison kills joy…
Welcome to the porch... 