Thanksgiving in February ~ Blog
The Rugged Beauty of “Our” Trees Shines in Winter
Winter is the sycamores’ time, when their rugged beauty and subtle shades contrast with their surroundings.
Made to Twirl, Dance, Start a Party — and Inspire Hope
These Shoes Were Made to Twirl, Dance, Start a Party — and Inspire Hope
Too Much of a Good Thing
With no big Thanksgiving dinner this month, I poured my energy into a deep-dish, thick-crust apple pie. It turned out beautifully. But it was a bit too much of a good thing.
All is Fair in Love and Scrabble
I’m determined to become a better, more competitive Scrabble player — and eventually catch my husband!
Sharing the Wild Peace of the Sea
Soon, I’ll get to share the wild peace of the sea with our family.
Comforting Letters Offer New Gift
My grandfather’s letters home from the Pacific during World War II provide a new gift: ordinary days in extraordinary times.
Brighter Still, Whisper the Fireflies
Your light lifts me. My light lifts you.
Passing On the Laughter — For Now
Of all my mom has taught me, laughing, especially at yourself, is most important right now. How we all need to laugh together again, in person.
Welcome to Love Notes
Welcome to Love Notes. To celebrate February 2021 and inspire connection, I’m writing a Love Note every day and giving away prizes. Join the celebration!
Next Time, We Will Dance Together on the Mall
For Inauguration 2021, my small dance party to celebrate the peaceful transfer of power in America will be in my kitchen. Next time, let’s dance on the National Mall.
United States in 2021? Lessons from a Miracle
The movie “Miracle” reminds us of all we can accomplish when we work together, as a team of Americans. 2020 brought me heartbreak over our divided country. May 2021 bring Americans together to defeat the virus.
Kicking the Christmas Blues
Be vigilant. Kick the holiday blues if you can — because someone out there can”t and needs our help.
A Squirrel on the Cutting Board
A Stepmom’s Tale of Making Food and Family One...
A Calm Center in the Storm
I was in my late 20s, a single newspaper writer living in a small Maine town, when I fell in love with the color, pattern and potential of fabric. Over 20 years of making this quilt with an orderly center despite surrounding, chaotic color, I’ve learned a lot about the constant work of making peace.
Thanksgiving Won’t be the Same (& it’s OK)
Simpler, smaller Thanksgiving dinners. Maybe a Thanksgiving picnic? THIS is how we shall take care of each other this year, and it is beautiful.
Autumn Joy — One Unexpected Ride
I ran away to a place deep in the forest, just...
About that BIG Birthday
As the birthdays add up:
Cultivate the garden of your soul, enjoy your youth, buy the best shoes — and other gear — you can afford. And most importantly: Give, as best you can, from your own sense of joy and peace.
Ms. Judgment
I’d judged the “Ice Queen” as cold. She was different and seemed unfriendly. Then I learned just how loving she could be.
Loving Each Other
We can love each other through these times. One...
Fill Your Well
We must fill our own wells and recharge our...
Time to Pick Up the Phone?
There’s no better time to reach for someone we...
Strange Gifts
The framed picture of four guys dressed in purple caught my dad’s eye. So he bought it for me. Those quirky, mysterious guys lived in my attic for years. But now, I keep them in view to remind me of what’s been true all along.
You Had Me at Pears
I didn’t know pears symbolized longevity and affection — until the handsome man who showed up at my door one Thanksgiving evening taught me with a sweet gift.
Hello Delicious November!
November's Reminder: Live Fully When the...
Seeking Purpose in Pain
The sharp jolt of pain to the right of my...