We have moved several times and with each move have come boxes and more boxes. Surveying the scene before me after a couple of years of unpacking, I can see that there is still much work to be done. Books are waiting for bookshelves, we have an odd assortment of furniture, and boxes of papers … Continue reading The Memory Legacy
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Sand Bucket Memories
Over the past few months, I have had some wonderful conversations with a dear friend’s Grandma. Laughing and sharing stories about farm life, listening to her no-nonsense approach to life, and farming tips like how to grow an apple tree simply from the seeds of an old apple core have warmed my heart. It has … Continue reading Sand Bucket Memories
Painful Anniversaries
As the summer season and its suffocating heat fade, my soul seems to come alive. Fall has always been my favorite time of year. What’s not to love? The mountains burst forth with color; reds, oranges, and yellows mixed with the evergreens. Leaves begin to fall, and there is something quite exhilarating about the sound … Continue reading Painful Anniversaries