MY BLOG
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The Enchantment of Grandchildren
“Grandchildren complete life’s circle of love.” – Anonymous. It is a special joy and privilege to be a grandparent. Grandchildren provide us with love, laughter,
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That “Meh” Feeling
“Languishing is a sense of stagnation and emptiness. It feels as if you’re muddling through your days, looking at your life through a foggy windshield.”
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Persevering through Pain
I was quite delighted when our new stationary bike arrived recently. Our gym closed over a year ago, and though it opened for a short
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Overcoming “Motivation Malaise”
“The call to simplicity and freedom is a reminder that our worth comes not from the amount of our involvements, achievements, or possessions, but from
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My Alpine Love Affair
I have loved landscapes and flowers for as long as I can remember. I think my love of alpine landscapes was born during a mountain
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Retirement Reflections
It’s two years now since I retired, leaving my scientific and planning careers in other capable hands. Having enjoyed my varied career immensely, I surprised
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The Intoxication of Spring
“The real voyage of discovery lies not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes.” – Marcel Proust. Maybe it was the long winter
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Earth Day Reflections
I recently read a book by Richard Wagamese, entitled “For Joshua”. Richard is an Ojibway author who was cut off from his native roots at