a gratitude practice
Posted in daily on Feb 3rd, 2012
A botanical garden is a magical place. One of my favorite places in Madison is Olbrich Gardens. We got married there. I danced the polka at two friends wedding reception at Olbrich. I saw a favorite artist’s exhibit there. My horticulturist husband volunteers there. And two weeks ago, we enjoyed Cocktails in the Conservatory, where [...]
Posted in daily on Jan 26th, 2012
I feel like somesorta badass ballerina when I leap across puddles at the intersection of sidewalks and roads. Its extra awesome when there’s a car nearby; I can imagine that the passengers say to each other: “Holy shit did you see that runner leap across that HUGE puddle?” Actual size of puddle notwithstanding, I am [...]
Posted in daily on Jan 23rd, 2012
A while ago, I listened to a great audio book that addressed the issue of steering your life in the right direction. What is “right” is very subjective: only you can know. However, sometimes the real problem is knowing — am I the only one who is still asking, “What do I want to do [...]
Posted in daily on Jan 18th, 2012
Midday walks are key to survival. Especially if you work from home, as I do. Its good to get fresh air, a new perspective, and let some of the morning’s work settle in you head while you look forward to the afternoon. My neighborhood is extremely walkable, and I am grateful for that.
Posted in daily on Jan 11th, 2012
There’s no better mark of a midwesterner than an inclination to talk about the weather. And these days, there is so much to talk about! Last night, a group of friends and I rode our bikes around town under the light of a nearly-full moon. In January! I didn’t even need to wear a neck [...]
Posted in daily on Jan 9th, 2012
It’s like Spring break outside; not Winter break. 44 degrees! And NO SNOW! Some are blaming global warming. Others a cyclical fluke. And yet others “just my luck.” Either way, it’s probably a warm enough winter that we’ll be telling our grandkids about it. “When can we train for the Birkie?” worry all my fit [...]
An expression of gratitude for all that is good in my life.
