One of my favorite things to do is get into a canoe or kayak and silently slip across the rippling waves, watching turtles and fish swimming amidst the swaying seaweed. On a quiet day there is the reflection of the trees and sky in the water. When there is a slight breeze, the leaves rustle, offering a gentle song. I often paddle solo but it’s … Continue reading Paddle On
I have decided that I need to be much more creative. That I need to return to that joyous feeling of creating without expectation. I want to play with clay, paint, and beads. I want to dance, sing, play instruments, write poems, and share my story through art. I loved artistic projects as a little girl. I was never concerned with doing something the right … Continue reading The Return to My Creative Self
I began riding nearly 10 years ago as an adult. It took a lot of courage to get back onto a horse after having not ridden since I was a child. At the time I was easily 40 pounds overweight, unhealthy, and recovering from a severe case of Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome that had lasted for several years previous. The first time I rode my legs … Continue reading Courage
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