All photos by A. McCormick Last week I shared that we had an Uninvited Guest, a house finch with 5 blue eggs. We found them nestled in the curve of our front door wreath. It’s been an interesting journey, keeping watch over the new family. I began feeling responsible for momma and babies, so I …
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Uninvited Guest
All photos by A. McCormick Front doors tell a lot about the people that live behind them. Some are adorned with beautiful words that invite us to share life with the occupants – “In this house…We love unconditionally.” Others wear wreaths, changed as the seasons dictate. Some doors remain bare, leaving us to wonder what’s …
What a Garden Taught Me About Fear
Spiske There is something so inviting about the feel of warm earth between your fingers. It tugs at our agrarian roots, reassuring us that the cycle of life continues – seed, seedling, plant, produce, seed. In Central Oregon, late May to early June are safe times to consider planting a garden. But, many veteran gardeners …
Value…
Photo by T. Colomb As women, we deal with an ongoing dialogue in our minds, a struggle of the heart. Our conversations may use different words but they all cause us to question our sense of worth, our positions in the world, our value. Take a few minutes to watch this video by Jeremy Anderson …
Pride Comes Before a Microwave Fire
I’ve always considered myself an intelligent person. Not a brainiac by any means but someone that exercises good judgment, can organize a plan and can see my way clear to plan completion. That was until last week! Last week provided a new perspective on my abilities and judgment. Here’s what happened. My friend was making …
Distance is Not Isolation
Sixty years is a long time to share life. A lot of time to build memories and recognize dreams. Few couples reach this milestone, but that’s exactly how long Harold and Grace have been married. Their celebration coming right in the heat of the COVID-19 pandemic. Such a beautiful remembrance amid a time of great …
