Monthly Archives: September 2013

The Walk: Part 1

When you read this, I will have just finished the 2013 Avon Breast Cancer Walk. Five months ago I had no idea what that was. It started when my sister-in-law, Susan, came to me and said, “Do you want to … Continue reading

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Gym Freaks

I don’t know what the heck was going on this week, but my gym freak magnet was out-of-control powerful. You know, what I’m talking about, right? You’ll just be standing at the counter minding your own business, blowdrying your hair … Continue reading

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It’s Happening

Bamboo spends it’s first four years barely above ground. It doesn’t look like much is happening. But guess what? It’s happening. In the fifth year, it shoots up 80 to 90 feet in one year. All along the rhizome system … Continue reading

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Magical Seasons

“The greatest oak was once a little nut that held its ground.” Anonymous When I was outside walking my brisk morning walk today, I had an epiphany. Well, maybe it’s a re-piphany because I’m pretty sure I have it every … Continue reading

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Teaching the Teachers

Back to school is in the air. Can you smell it? For parents of children with mental illness this is a stressful time and for those children, even more problematic. Rather than “I love school and can’t wait to get … Continue reading

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