Post updated 2/24/2023 I love spending time outdoors. Walking, hiking, camping, and exploring, all sounds great to me. When you add snow into the mix, I’m a happy camper. And that’s the unexpected treat we got last week here on the Oregon Coast. It’s a rare enough occurrence that when we get enough to make …
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In November, at least here in the U.S., we emphasize the idea of expressing gratitude and being grateful. On Thanksgiving Day, we often go around the table and answer the question, “What are you grateful for?”. Today, I wanted to share with you something I am grateful for. I’m Grateful For the Beauty of Nature …
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We all need a brain break from time to time. There are days where you feel like things are moving way too fast for you to keep up and your scattered thoughts and to-do lists can’t be wrangled into something manageable. At times like this, we need to make the intentional decision to slow down …
Taking A Brain Break. How to know it’s time and how to take one. Read More »
Welcome 2017! 2016, you were an interesting year. Parts were good, bad, odd, funny, and scary. But isn’t that often how every year goes? A bit of everything mixed in to varying degrees? As I move back into a regular blogging schedule I’ve decided to ease back in gently and share with you a rare …
Living along the Oregon Coast these past years has deepened my love of the ocean. The sounds of crashing waves, the salty sea air, the long walks on deserted stretches of sand, collecting shells, and enjoying the quiet. The beach has become one of my favorite happy places. It has become a healing balm. It …
