It is indeed a blessing to sit in a car or truck with your daughter as she begins to learn to drive using a standard transmission. I donated half of my entire wardrobe today and I instantly felt freer!
Just me and and my dog
I am thankful that my dog looks at me and lets me know how he feels about me.
June thirtieth
Fireworks viewed from the deck, near the ocean Time to relax in the afternoon. A bit of time chatting on the phone with sweet Emily Sarah being home For these things I am thankful.
9 for 29
The tall grass in the field and walking through it with my eyes closed, straight into the dying sunlight, letting the grass brush against my outstretched hands and trusting that each footfall will go where it needs to. Not afraid, but alert with the delight of hearing the world and being so very alive. The … Continue reading 9 for 29
Norma
I always felt happy visiting Norma. She was sure of herself and had a mischievous sense of humour. We visited her at the hospital in Tatamagouche once and Paula had given her a kiss. Norma looked at me and asked me if i would also give her a kiss - on the neck! Early … Continue reading Norma
Pink
Another productive day down in Wallace. Took down another wall and all the gyproc from the ocean facing wall, exposing a mass of pink insulation. We hired a local boy named Christopher to help with some of the lifting and cleaning and it made new work possible, such as carrying a lead lined fridge up … Continue reading Pink
Steady…
A productive day today. The last day of school. On the drive down to Wallace we bought a 2008 Honda Civic coupe. We managed to get a load of gyproc to the dump and I took down a couple more walls. This was exciting because it gave a hint as to what our view will … Continue reading Steady…
School’s out!
It is good to be tired from physical work. Today is one of the most blessed days and a great day to be thankful for being a teacher - last day of the school year! I am thankful for the fireflies and their continuing magic. I am thankful for my sweet girls. I am thankful … Continue reading School’s out!
Copper and gold
I am sitting on my deck overlooking the field. The wind is rustling in the leaves of a nearby poplar. The larches pick up the song and join in. There is the far off sound of traffic, lawnmowers, songbirds. The sky is many hues of robin's egg. The field today had expanses of snow white … Continue reading Copper and gold
dia del sol
Amazing to see the owl at the side of the road. Calming to hear the gentle lapping of the sparkling waves The first cold beer today Sarah's soft voice The cool night air the feeling of being freshly clean after a shower Paula's patience Emily's voice on the phone These are a few of my … Continue reading dia del sol
Olalla Creek 