Nature Walks One of my fondest memories as a young girl was taking nature walks with my mother. She seemed to know the name of every tree, every flower, every bird… My first semester in college was a summer session. I decided to take environmental biology. It was the best (non-art) class ever! The class even included a …
A.A. Milne Words on Wednesday, March 7
Creating a list of words or titles is a great way to prompt new page or journal entry ideas. . Pooh inspired Page or Journal entry titles: March is a month known for blustery days. When I think of blustery days, I think of Winnie the Pooh. I am a big Pooh fan – seriously, who isn't? So, I …
Work it out – Tuesday, March 6
Hi HO Hi HO it’s off to work I go… 10 Jobs I’ve had (not in order): 1. Dairy Queen – front counter and ice cream maker 2. Clothing Store Clerk 3. Dental office receptionist 4. Girl Friday (I drove errands to pick up parts, drop off bids and paper work, etc. for a construction company.) 5. Copy shop – …
Good-bye to Winter 2012- Monday, March 5
Remembering Winter 2012 What I will remember or how I would describe – the Winter of 2012: 1. Tardy – the winter was warmer then usual – seemed like it was never going to get started; but, then it was cold and snowed twice in February. 2. Dangerous – saw a lot of avalanche reports on the news …
State it! – Sunday, March 4
State Planning Places I like to go before it's the year 2020." image source google.com 1. Alaska and Hawaii – the most western states. Reasons – obvious! 2. Puerto Rico – the most eastern – "some-day-a" state. I want to see the bioluminescent bays (glow in the dark water.) 3. The Southern States I've never been to: Alabama, …
What’s in your Wallet? ;) – Saturday, March 3
A Look into My Pocket Book Where I grew up we called them purses or handbags. When I moved to the southeast I learned the term pocket book. I don’t suppose the name really matters – it’s what’s inside that really counts! Things found in my pocket book in 2012: 1. Cell phone. 2. Camera. 3. Wallet stuffed with cards …
Distractions – Friday, March 2
I remember hating "the news" growing up. We only had one TV. Since my dad was the "TV dictator," when he was home, the TV was always turned to the news (or sports.) As an adult I have not been a big news watcher and over the years Kevin and I have watched less and less news. We found that …
I “Heart” My Job – Thursday, March 1
What I "HEART" about my job My best friend and I both enjoy our jobs. . My best friend works as a supervisor at Costco. She has a lot of opportunity for advancement and seems to enjoy her co-workers. She has scheduled work hours and scheduled vacation time. She also gets a pay check on schedule. . In contrast, I …
Leap Words on Wednesday, February 29
Creating a list of words or titles is a great way to prompt new page or journal entry ideas. . It's a LEAP YEAR – what are you doing with your "extra" day? Seemed like a fun time to whip up some title ideas – using the word LEAP. 🙂 Phrases that use the word LEAP: 1. Take a flying …
Best Year of Grade School – Tuesday, February 28
Looking back, was there a teacher that really stood out or a year in school when everything seemed good? My Best Grade School Year – 6th grade 1. I moved during the summer and started at a new school that year. 2. I made several new friends right away, including my best friend Shannon. 3. I had a wonderful …