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.
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…
The Art of Silence and other books…
Books that I love…. Do you ever get the feeling that books are your friends? I do. All my life I have felt books were my entertainment…
Applesauce and Autumn
Door County is an autumn destination for people from all over the Midwest. Many of us who are lucky enough to live here think fall is the…
To Market We Go
Do you like to go to outdoor markets in the summer? Angel and I love it and every Sunday we drive over to Ellison Bay, here in Door Count…
Sunday is Market Day
How do you spend your Sunday mornings? Donna and I have started a ritual of getting up early to have our breakfast and coffee in front of the t.v. to watch CBS Sunday Morning. Angel takes her first morning nap as we watch the uplifting stories. Then it's time to get...
An Angel In My House
I know what you're thinking..."Here's another crazy dog lady." You're right. I am. I'm also a first time dog owner and totally in love with this little girl, named Angel. Let me explain: Over the past few years, I have been drawn to all things "dog". People walking...
A Door County Morning
Have you taken time out for yourself lately? I did a few days ago. The constant barrage of news and daily problems was making me feel heavy and out of sorts and I knew I had to do something! Get out of the house, said a voice deep in my heart. The sky was blue, the...