Of my forty-four years in nursing, twenty were as a school nurse---mostly with 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. I will always remember early June as a busy and exciting time. We staff, were just trying to finish up the school year and anticipating the summer break. I knew it would take weeks to recover from … Continue reading Summertime
Changing Seasons of Our Lives
This is Memorial Day Weekend. Our US Flags are flying, honoring those who have provided military service for our country, and remembering those who sacrificed their lives. Many people are taking their first summer vacations. It's been a rainy, chilly three days in central North Carolina. Mostly a good time for leisurely reading and afternoon … Continue reading Changing Seasons of Our Lives
Slow and Steady Progress
Last week was a time of simple focus; just set a small goal for the day and let everything else go. On Monday, my cousin, Kim drove me back to where I used to live for a much-needed haircut appointment. It was more than I could do to drive and to get myself to the … Continue reading Slow and Steady Progress
Illness: The Great Teacher
Last week I was preparing a post on how to simplify your life, how to get down to the essential things. I was feeling tired from my ongoing level of activity, extra effort to complete my patio garden, and overbooked dance/social calendar. But as it happened, the illness that had started on Monday that week … Continue reading Illness: The Great Teacher
Immerse Yourself: Choosing the One Thing
Last Wednesday I did something I rarely do; I took the time to go to an art offering in my community. It was "Van Gogh : The Immersive Experience." I think I went because I was thirsty for color and for the feeling of disconnecting from the everyday things of my life. I wanted to … Continue reading Immerse Yourself: Choosing the One Thing
Walking a Pilgrim’s Path
Last week I talked with my friend who had exciting news. She's leaving on Friday with a travel partner to walk the Camino. After years of not taking any vacations, she's spending six weeks trekking their path which is 500 miles. She's never gone on a pilgrimage, never set out on such a long trail … Continue reading Walking a Pilgrim’s Path
To Plant a Garden
To plant a garden is to outwardly show you trust the future; you'll be around to see those seeds sprout, those plants grow. You invest in soil, fertilizer, seeds, plants, and tools to form the garden of your dreams. It's a display of the colors of your heart, the patterns of your mind, the creative … Continue reading To Plant a Garden
Easter: Sorrow and Love
Today is Easter Sunday, the Highest of holy days in the Christian faith. It is a time of deep, rich memories for me. Easter day on Cam Peak by kay kenyon is licensed under CC-BY-SA 2.0 As a child, I loved the days leading up to Easter Sunday. We were out of school on Good … Continue reading Easter: Sorrow and Love
Herons on the Shoreline
It's the first of April and springtime is apparent everywhere with dogwoods in full bloom, tulips and irises at their peak, and new buds making the trees look like a study in green. I'm waiting on the bluebirds to come to their new house and feeder in my garden area, but so far, only cardinals … Continue reading Herons on the Shoreline
Hidden Dreams: Hidden Selves
I'm at an age where many people are downsizing and cleaning out their homes. Some folks are taking care of their parents' or older relatives' estates. At times, it's an overwhelming task, with so many decisions to make-- some items easy to discard and others with sentimental value that must be saved. As hard as … Continue reading Hidden Dreams: Hidden Selves
Connie Rosser Riddle 