Journal
Life is a Journey of Self Discovery
Journaling is a way to tell our stories to ourselves and others, to be inspired and inspire, to write about our thoughts, fears, hopes and dreams.
Nothing is Worth more than this day
When is the last time you spent a day just putzing? Not doing much. Observing. Meandering. Without purpose.Just being. Days like that are rare. Even when on a vacation we are motivated to see as much as we can, visit the galleries,savor the food at the latest...
It’s Already September
IT'S ALREADY SEPTEMBER. It’s too soon, but leaves are already falling to the ground. Evenings require a sweatshirt. Squirrels are burying seeds in my potted plants. Tomatoes, warm from the afternoon sun are ripe, ready to go into a Tomato Tart. The earth is preparing...
Its already August
Then why do I feel so discombobulated? Lost? It’s already August. Weather report: some nights are unseasonably cool due to the winds coming across this big beautiful Lake Michigan. It’s already August and the tomoatoes are ready for picking. I only have one plant but...
Cherry Land
Welcome to Door County, where the cherry trees are ready for picking! Early spring the cherry orchards are covered with fragrant white blossoms and by July the cherries are glistening in the morning dew, ready for picking. All over the county you can see signs by...
MEMORIAL DAY
My parents’ stories of life during WWII in Germany have always been a part of my life, defining who I am and what can happen when a country gives away its freedom to a narcissistic dictator. Americans today can easily relate to the the Vietnam war as instant media...
are you invisible?
When I talk to women my age, I hear a common story. They feel invisible. I am one of those women. Not only do we have to face the physical challenges of growing older, when we look in the mirror we don’t recognize the person looking back at us. Inside we are wiser...
Clearing My Mind At The Clearing
This is the place to go when you need a break from the world…. Tucked into the woods in northern Door County, there is a magical place called The Clearing. Driving through the entrance of the property along its winding roads is like entering another more peaceful...
Inside Outside
Today was filled with our ubiquitous Door County cloudy skies. Although it seems dismal, the truth is there is a certain beauty and calmness in the muted tones of sky and land. No glaring sunshine or blaring reds, pinks and golds. Just soft, quiet, contemplative hues...
Michi Gami Sunset
Are you fortunate enough to live near a big lake? My village is on the shores of Lake Michigan, one of the largest of the five Great Lak…
A Walk In My Woods
Finally! Snow! Time to get on my warm boots and take a walk in MY beloved Peninsula State Park. Yes, I take ownership of the park! This p…