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Finding Balance: Navigating Work After Summer

I've been back from vacation for about two months and maybe now I feel more "in control" of my work life, she asks with a question mark? Summer feels more chaotic and less structured to me. I like that aspect of it, but it's harder for me to get a routine with work. I'm the… Continue reading Finding Balance: Navigating Work After Summer

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The Joy of Early Walks in a Winter Park

I am surprised by how early it gets dark this time of year even though I've lived through half a century of winters. Although, my formative years were in Florida so that might not count. With the new puppy, I've been forced out of my cosy morning reading routine and into the low, winter sun… Continue reading The Joy of Early Walks in a Winter Park

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Pandemic Thoughts From A Confused Introvert

Cosmos from my garden I am coming to terms with the routine of sedate nights and weekends. Looking ahead, I don't see it changing and that's not an easy thing to acknowledge. It's been over 6 months since the first shut down and my brain has been dealing with the change as if it is… Continue reading Pandemic Thoughts From A Confused Introvert

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Artist and Art Installer Jeremy Burns: Tips for hanging art and his latest mural!

Jeremy Burns, a Colorado native, has another spirited mural up in town.  This one is on an enormous  50' x 200' finned wall at the corner of 38th Street and Arkins Street in Denver.   Here's a pic from Jeremy: Jeremy writes:  "It took a month, 65 gallons of paint, a few boom lifts, and… Continue reading Artist and Art Installer Jeremy Burns: Tips for hanging art and his latest mural!

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5 Easy, Kid Friendly Halloween Dishes

I've been prowling around looking for some fun things to make for Halloween and thought I would share 3 Halloween inspired main courses with a Pumpkin Rice Ball side dish and a classic Graveyard Pudding that I had fun making for my family.  Let's start off with the most disgusting one, shall we? The Meatloaf Mummy I've seen… Continue reading 5 Easy, Kid Friendly Halloween Dishes

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Pineapple Sandwich

I recently listened to an Alison Rosen podcast where she and her crew discussed sandwiches they enjoy that others might think strange.  One of them was a butter sandwich.  Two slices of bread (not toasted) and a nice smear of butter.  It doesn't sound terrible to me, but it does make me imagine someone whose… Continue reading Pineapple Sandwich