January is now the month showcasing mental health; which includes so many things , like depression, withholding anger, expressing anger for to long, not talking, being to self-controlled, lacking some routine or discipline, the attitude of “who cares anyway”, grief, no longer loving the things you used to, no love and support feelings. I have […]
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toque bestie
I have this silver threaded toque. Here it is. It is a great toque. It goes with any jacket or coat. It is warm. It is shiny. It is my bestie toque. My favourite. I also have to have the biggest silver hoops on to complete the ensemble. I wear bright jackets when I walk […]
protection inside or outside
It is always a freaky thing when I stay at home inside my cozy place and I look out the windows at the horses who are always outside. There is Ben with snow on his back. We have lots of protective wind fences and also a pole shed for them to shelter. It is funny […]
winter themes
I purchased this carving a few years ago. The lights are burnt out now but the woodland forest theme is wonderful. It is called a German Schwibbogen. As soon as winter starts, wooden arched candles, known as Schwibbogen, start popping up in windows all throughout Germany. It’s an annual tradition that kicks off the Christmas […]
feeding our horses
Horses on our acreage receive hay in the winter 3 times a day, and only in extreme cold and twice a day otherwise . Also some alfalfa pellets and oats as a snack midday. Horses should be fed little food a few times a day. I need to follow that program! Eat little bits throughout […]
The Bush
While walking, this cozy bush appeared. Wild game and other things can share this bush in the heart of winter, In south eastern Saskatchewan.
the red chair update
I posted recently about a red antique chair that was for sale at the Lady of the Lake restaurant/pub and shop. I phoned the restaurant shop and asked to hold this chair for me. It is a beautiful refurbished chair. I have been searching for a decor chair for our living room. I did not […]
The red chair
it is like this piece of furniture is calling my name We had our table during lunch right beside it An antique red chair Selling for 125$ Husband says no way I say yes! If it is still there next week It is mine
2021 gifts
This year of 2021, or the past year, if reading this in 2022, was a very teachable year for me. I established my mental health and awareness to how I want to proceed. The rules have changed. My mind is finally caught up with this year. I started to piece together all the events and […]
The Tree Spot
I undecorated the Christmas tree because I have had it up since Dec 2. I did not put it back in the tree box for storage. I am keeping it in the basement spare room. I may decorate it with hearts for Valentines week. I might put little plastic eggs or stuffed bunnies on it […]
you know it…celebrate it
I love listening to this Christmas Song rendition played by the band – For King and Country. It gets me every time and puts me right into the holiday emotions. I know it…and I celebrate this music.
It is the practice….
…of making things this season BE JOYFUL! AND IMPERFECTION IS A BLESSING!
half in only
Today is December 19th. I am half thinking about making cinnamon buns. I am half thinking about making at trip to the grocery store this afternoon. I am half thinking about what I will make for Christmas Eve supper. I am only into this day half way. I must settle with getting one of those […]
where it starts
My tree stand. It is holding up the Holiday season and doing a great steady job. I have had a good December. I am not anxious about anything. I plan a bit. Well, more than a bit. If I plan too often then I stop and realize I do not need to control. Control. I […]
my biggest fear (a short story)
I wrote this fictional adventure. It did not actually happen to me. Just practicing my writing. It was so very deep into the night. I lost my way big time. I closed my eyes for a few seconds and then re-opened them. That was much better. I could now see clearer and the few stars […]
fridge kids + just kids
December is such a wonderful reminder of the children that are available to me to enjoy the sweet moments with. We had a little visit with our family friends and the 2 small boys this morning. What a blessing they are. Then there are my fridge kids. Tommy above pic, as a kite flyer at […]
tree-ly the season
The most difficultly I have with a blog post is the title. This post is about the tree and about the changes that show up for me each year when I feel all it needs is lights and throw some shiny thin ribbon on it. Then I go through the boxes of ornaments and I […]
appreciation station
I am a huge fan of receiving a gift or two at Christmas. Instead of expecting gifts I just appreciate what is boxed and bagged and wrapped and ribboned up under the tree. I am not a fantastic tree decorator nor am I good at gift wrapping. I decided to leave it up to hubby […]
where the focus goes
In June we took a small 2 day retreat at our local lake. I was very focused on swimming in cold sea water. I had been watching videos of the Europeans in Denmark who regularly swim in the sea all winter. It is fascinating. The European name for it is Vinterbadning. Winter swimming is the […]
historic polish
I bring out this candelabra and place candles in it during Christmas and New Years. This year I am doing it right. I am taking the time to shine up this historic candelabra that was my mother-in-laws. She was a war bride who came over to Canada to farm with my husbands father. She was […]
blue is true
I woke up this morning feeling a bit low. Then I went for my walk and the sky was such a true blue. Now I feel so good.
too much direction?
So many signs along the highways now. Especially entering a city. The speed signs make me crazy. There used to be a speed you travelled in on main highways. But now there are several speed zones to watch for when travelling. It is easy to maybe get caught going to fast (never too slow). Signs […]
There is alot in a little
I purchased an ivy plant 2 weeks ago. It was very nice and healthy and lots of delicate leaves all over the plant. I brought it home and I transplanted it into a medium sized pot. I watered it and put some miracle grow in it and then left to stand with the other plants […]
Torque Release Chiro help
I was diagnosed with a Morton’s Neuroma after an ultrasound was done in the fall of 2019. My doctor highly recommended surgery to get the neuroma excised. March 2020 I saw my surgeon. By then, I was doing yoga for my feet daily and massaging my foot with a lacrosse ball on the floor. These […]
on the way to there
The reason you want every single thing that you want, is because you think you will feel really good when you get there. But, if you don’t feel really good on your way to there, you can’t get there. You have to be satisfied with what IS while you’re reaching for more.” Esther Hicks
How to paint a donkey
Whether the poem makes sense to me or not I just love the imperfection of this donkey, the colour and disproportionate body, the light gold wings…..angelic almost. She said the head was too large, the hooves too small. I could clean my paintbrush but I couldn’t get rid of that voice. While they watched, I […]
how do words make me feel?
Friends make me feel good. A massage makes me feel good. Are there words that make me feel good? I feel good when I say to myself that I am worthwhile. I am connected. I am supported. I am gracious. I accept myself. There is a quote or phrase that does not make me feel […]
solid ground
I am looking at all the pages of my novel and I treat it as a friend. Writing this story has kept me grounded and kept my brain in full focus.This story has been my pandemic friend. I have to make sure I respect the characters. I have to write about them carefully so I […]
makeup shakeup
My make up products began with Clinique. I was a serious advocate; until I had to deal with sensitivity around the eyes. I then tried several other make up companies; like CNC Concept Now Cosmetics ( my mom was a make up consultant ) -Young Living Essential Oils – Melaleuca company – Pure Anada – […]
Nov 11 hero in my family
Lest We Forget about my family hero Sir Wilford H. Kirk (2nd from the left in photo below). He was my father-in-law. He was 90 years old in these photos and passed away in 2009. Sir Wilford H. Kirk (centre) Prime Minister of Holland in 2008 and Brian W. Kirk (Sir Wilford Kirk’s son.) Click […]
surprise rainbow
I like surprises. So many good things have shown up for me. A rainbow in November? Was not expecting that.
The Learner of Writing
I attended a local writers group for the first time a few days ago. I listened to some written stories. I have a novel of 30,000 words completed. The difficult part was how to end it. I am keeping it just the way it is though; as a reference only and practice novel. I will […]
Am I too intense?
I overthink things. Always. I need more sunshine. I do seem to be always making lists. I will be putting on those sunglasses more often.
into fall
I love perennials and how reliable they are every single darn year. This year has been a challenge for all of us I know that. When I look around the bedding plant areas it reminds me of the things we had to be resilient with.
thankful memories in place of grief
How am I feeling and doing these past 2 weeks with my mom gone? I slept a lot for 3 days after her death. Then I slept myself out and started to have a flood of great memories; to the point I could not get to sleep for several nights as I could not stop […]
Spray paint art
Hubby and I had these bales dropped off in the front yard and before we put them away for winter we thought we would show the highway drive-by traffic a Halloween smile! Three cans of bright orange spray paint and 1 black spray can later……….it’s art!
4 more
We keep these four in our extended family. They are so fun and interesting as they share their lives and their children with us. We are grateful.
short short hair
I showed my hairdresser this pic last week for her to see that I did not want a short hair cut. I wanted a very short – no fuss – short hair cut!!
my mom
A mother passing on with 92 years to be proud of She was my mom She was a determined woman She attempted and succeeded at many things that were out of her comfort zone I practice doing the same She parented me well She angered me many times I did not always get along with […]
Triangle flower bed
Reaching out to my plants to get some grounding energy. I just enjoy the shape of this flower bed and a 3 sided view is more interesting.
Towels Absorbing
These towels are very old. They have taken on a lot from my body. Even though they are faded they are still thick and worth reusing, I am absorbing love and memories from this pile.
hold on to your hat
It’s been a full day away from home for me. It’s a wild ride out there but it will all be okay.
painting skills
Improving the basement rooms is always a last Reno project and after 7 years we finally tackled the basement bedrooms. We chose the Benjamin Moore Mineral Ice colour. This is after the first coat. We painted over a deep bright blue colour. Here is my son Tom who has an interesting story about how he […]
keeping the mental path clear
I am finally figuring out how to take care of myself. All I have to do is keep my mind on focus for things I want that make me feel good and be grateful. Neither of those things are easy. It pays off! I had a pretty good health report at my quarterly check up […]
black style
I bought these 3 items at Indigo/Chapters book store in Regina. The top is actually pyjamas. A knit black hat. The black bag is Love & Lore. These Sanuk shoes are from Sas-Kam sporting goods store in Kamsack. Talking about colour and simple style is better than election results and pandemic updates.
Election shoes
Which party have you placed your X for?
stepping back
I like to pause for a moment and take a breath before I enter into a relationship that requires attention at a different mindset.
basement bedrooms change of colour
Isn’t this a poor green for a bedroom. It’s our basement bedroom for guests. The blue bedroom is a nothing room. I use it for massages/energy treatments. So we are painting and I can’t wait for the colour change. We use Benjamin Moore and the colour is Mineral Ice. Do you like to paint? I […]
The Flash Speaks 