“I cannot endure to waste anything so precious as autumnal sunshine by staying in the house.” ~Nathaniel Hawthorne I realized a few days ago that, despite leaving the hustle and bustle of the city and moving to an amazing property with gorgeous views, abundant shade trees, and peace and quiet,…
In looking for a bit of a Perspective Shift towards a more appreciative way of life, and thoroughly inspired by HaileyBe, I’ve decided to take on the 365 Grateful Challenge as a sort of daily meditation in gratitude. My love of photography, coupled with my love of Instagram and the quick…
We just got back from our first real vacation since…well, I can’t even really remember the last time we had a proper vacation! Maybe four or five years ago? Granted, the last few days of our vacation was actually a work conference for Kim…but we’re not going to talk about that right now…
I never intended for this blog to become a one sided conversation. This space isn’t just about me, it’s about all of us learning and growing together! Right? Right!!! Let me explain: The birth of this blog in February of 2011 came about out of a longing to both share…
Sweet Sprout, I cannot believe you have spent an entire run around the sun with us! After waiting for you for so very long to join our family, it feels as though time is just speeding by! After chattering for months (you have lots to say), you are finally finding…
When one spends almost their entire life living within a 10 mile radius… And when that 10 mile radius has always been within a city… And when one fantasizes about living outside of the city on a nice patch of land full of quiet and nature… One generally doesn’t think…