Lifestyles
Reflecting on a year of isolation
When the words “coronavirus” and “COVID” first began appearing in every day vocabulary, my husband and I were ... Read more
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Books can provide a break from reality
A couple Christmases ago, my husband gave me a coffee mug that declares, “A book a day keeps ... Read more
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COLUMN — Waking up to a New Year
I am not a morning person. My husband can go from asleep to awake in an instant, but ... Read more
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COLUMN — Let there be peace on Earth
Decorations have sprouted all around town, trees are erected indoors and colorful lights sparkle through the long nights. ... Read more
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Searching for signs of intelligent life
When I get an opportunity to let people look at the night sky through my binoculars, their first ... Read more
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Spider webs add seasonal ambiance
Mother Nature has been decorating my yard for Halloween. Because of her exuberant placement of spiders and webs, ... Read more
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Journeying into the future means taking steps into the unknown
Barbara Kingsolver’s novel, Unsheltered, includes the story of a mother who suffers from fear and anxiety. The author ... Read more
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Look to the sky for a show full of stars
I don’t know what’s on television tonight, but I do know this month is a prime time for ... Read more
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Close encounters of the wild kind
During extra hours recently spent at home, I have turned my attention to working in the yard and ... Read more
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Finding enjoyment during this time of staying home
Everyone I know has felt the impact of non-essential business closures, stay-at-home edicts, and social distancing guidelines. For ... Read more
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Everyday magic in ordinary things
I love stories that include magic. My fascination stretches back to my growing-up years. As a young child, ... Read more
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New time plan proposed
Take a look at your watch, your phone or a nearby clock. Some devices may run a bit ... Read more
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Being active helps battle winter’s dreary days
One recent morning, I woke up after a restless night. I hadn’t slept well. I was cold. My ... Read more
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Festina Lente!
Rather than making resolutions, I adopted a motto for the new year — Festina Lente! I encountered the ... Read more
Lifestyles
Nature’s light show
As winter approaches, the hours of night lengthen. People throughout our community take advantage of the darkness to ... Read more
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A season for gratitude
It’s the season for giving thanks. You’ll probably be receiving advice delivered via social and other media suggesting ... Read more
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Whistling past the graveyard
Boo! Did I scare you? Probably not, but as days get shorter and nights cooler, ghoulish expressions and ... Read more
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Astronomy and astrology
When I tell people I’m interested in astronomy, I’m surprised to discover how many assume I mean astrology. ... Read more