Yearly Archives: 2011

Like so many others, I have found myself captivated by the attention that is being poured over the tragedy in Tucson.  I have watched doctors reporting on the condition of Congresswoman Giffords, I’ve listened to eye-witness accounts of the event, I’ve been stunned by the descriptions of those who tackled the gunman. I’ve been broken […]

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It’s snowing right now.  Big, beautiful, white, fluffy flakes cover the ground in quickly growing quantities.  Darkness has fallen.  The wind is howling outside and the chimes that hang off our deck are singing a happy little tune.  The inside of the house is silent.  The kids have escaped their beds for the final time […]

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In case you didn’t know, I got a new camera.  And, really, I’m quite excited about it.  Thrilled, actually.  Over the holidays I’m certain that I nauseated my family talking about this new piece of electronic equipment.  Seriously, I could incorporate the camera into any conversation.  For example. . . Relative A:  Hey Summer!  What’s […]

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“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” -Lao Tzu One tiny step. Not a big deal to many, but a huge deal to me.  That’s what I did just last night.  One tiny step.  My first step in 3 weeks and 3 days.  In case you can’t tell. . . those crutches […]

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My first post of the new year.  The anticipation of Christmas is gone and the door is opened to routine, once again.  Waving good-bye to extra time spent with family, Christmas music and decorations as well as the extra time off work is bitter-sweet. While I am a creature of routine and tend to do […]

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