travel
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The Beauty of Hanging Laundry Outdoors Year-Round
Wow, 47-degrees. How could one not take advantage of a day in December with weather warm enough to hang the laundry on the line. Why would anyone do that? There’s something about the smell of nature that cannot be manufactured in a laboratory. You know the smell of the earth warming in the spring, the Continue reading
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Exploring Estonia: More Observations
Words cannot express. I’m back from Estonia. Yikes, 24 hours on three planes with three-hour layovers is exhausting. It might take me a few days to get back in the saddle; however, there are tomatoes, beans, cucumbers, and more patiently waiting to be eaten or processed. I will see how long I last today. One Continue reading
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A Memorable Journey: History and Community in Tartu
Tartu, Estonia: Sunday, August 10 It’s been a whirlwind of a couple of days. But, here I am in for the first time in my life outside of the United States. There was time today to walk the streets of Tartu. We have had plenty of interaction with each other and with our Estonian hosts Continue reading
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Thanksgiving Reflections: A Miracle at Mayo Clinic
Dr. Pollack and his nurse, Kathy, stopped outside the door on the eighth floor of the Gondo Building at Mayo Clinic. It was the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. The conversation was of course about Thanksgiving dinner. “I’m going to wash the turkey, brine it and ….,” Dr. Pollack said. “Oh, no, don’t wash your turkey,” said Continue reading
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Thriving Through Anxiety: A Thanksgiving Reflection
It’s 4 a.m. I can almost smell the cup of Earl Grey waiting to be brewed as part of my morning ritual. “Is it too early to get up?” I ask myself before the next glance at the clock reads 5:37 a.m. That’s a reasonable time to get out of bed and enjoy quiet time Continue reading
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Cancer goals: A McIntosh County cemetery tour
One of this year’s “I have cancer” goals involves working less on my passions in life and spending more time with people. (I am an introvert and people wear me out.) I do love spending days in the garden or crocheting for my grandkids. However, it’s been a wonderful year of reconnecting with my past Continue reading
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Cancer, Courage, and Cenotes: A Journey of Facing Fears and Finding Strength
The author reflects on a summer filled with normalcy, enjoyable farmer’s markets, and a trip to Mexico despite cancer. The vacation included confronting fears by snorkeling and exploring Mayan ruins. The experience taught that cancer can give courage and the support of loved ones is essential for moving forward positively. Continue reading
About Me
I love to write. My background is graphic arts and journalism. My roots are German-Russian from McIntosh County, North Dakota.
My time is spent reading, writing, gardening, cooking, blogging, fiber arts – you name it, we try it.
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