Category Archives: Just life

~:: Now, where was I? ::~

I have come to the conclusion that space and time are not only relative, but also fake.  Illusory.  At best, ephemeral. This must be so—or else what happened to the last week and a half?  No, really, I want to … Continue reading

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~:: the moments ::~

My challenge, thrown out at you all, was to write a short piece about a defining, pivotal moment.  I was pretty sure nobody would do it – who has time to play like this?  But to my surprise and extreme … Continue reading

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~:: Magic Eggs and Long Grass ::~

In our home, it is against the law to mow the lawn before Easter Saturday.  This is not a religious consideration—quite the opposite: long grass is great for the more temporal aspects of our spring celebration; you can hide eggs … Continue reading

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~:: Disjointed Paragraphs ::~

Another note: I am arbitrarily announcing that the challenge will not be over till I announce the winner on Monday.  So forget the old deadline.  I just keep hoping more courage will surface. 1).  April 3: Can anybody please explain … Continue reading

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~:: Rachel and the Elves ::~

note: I am extending the story challenge.  Forget getting the egg for Easter.  I will award it Friday and send it Monday.  You have till Friday.  Melissa, this means you.  And Wabi – and several others of you who are … Continue reading

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~:: Another Pony, and a Challenge ::~

Two things today, and I’m a little shakey with trepidation, trying this. First, I show you island horse.  And daffodils.   Then I talk about found design.  Then a giveaway.  Except not exactly a free one.  It’s a challenge (this … Continue reading

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~:: A Hair-Raising Tale ::~

Setting the stage: Scooter.  A stool.  The barber.  And the audience.  oh, and the dogs. Let’s see.  You want a buzz?  A Mohawk?  I could carve your name back here – You’ll want sideburns, right? “Sure, Papa G.  Gee.  Wow. … Continue reading

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~:: Grand Kids ::~

Still part of the visit: Aunt Chaz meeting the Grand Sand. They seem to like each other, eh? (Low light.  It’s low light.  And they wouldn’t hold still.) Not sure what they might have been discussing.  Whatever it was, they … Continue reading

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~:: Max the Science Guy ::~

When the family came up for the sad time, Max got to stay with us for a couple of days.  The weather was fairly gicky, so most of our fun had to be inside. We played  games.  We like cards, … Continue reading

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~:: In Good Spirit ::~

Like I say – this last weekend was my favorite.  All day, working with my hands, filling my heart with sweet and great things.  And these are the things I did: Made for one of the stars of our fam. … Continue reading

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