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  • Starting a new garden: Part 1

    My gardening journey began more than 20 years ago. I was interested in learning how to garden, so I began researching and experimenting and learning as much as…

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  • The importance of creative outlets

    I think creativity is an essential part of what makes us human. Yet, creativity’s definition is elusive, nebulous. I tend to define creativity broadly: It’s more than painting…

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  • Surviving a winter in life

    I just finished reading the book, Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times, and I recommend it, especially for anyone who is struggling at the…

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  • How I’m Staying Sane Right Now

    I’ll be frank. I’m struggling to stay grounded right now. It is very much a conscious decision and takes concerted effort on my part to do so. I…

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  • First things first, or introductions

    … the philosopher Socrates says, “The unexamined life is not worth living.” That sentiment served as inspiration for the name of this blog.

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