Since current news headlines are heartbreaking to the point of needing to press the pause button, it seemed to me that (rather than crawling into the fetal position) a good laugh would be really nice. And few things make me laugh and divert my attention more than Dog Shaming. A google image search was just the ticket. Below…
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Why did the goose cross the road?
To stop traffic on a major thoroughfare, apparently. Seriously, this happened on my way home from dinner this evening. From a distance, I thought a fallen tree was blocking the road. Upon closer inspection, I realized it was the world’s largest goose family play date, casually, nonchalantly, unhurriedly, noisily strolling and pooping its way…
Hospital Hill
A road trip to Kansas City brought a wonderful visit with my lifelong best friend and her family, as well as my oldest son (who is LOVING his internship there). While the (over)abundance of Royals gear around town is an exercise in control for my inner Cardinals-loving trash-talker, I really do enjoy that town. In addition…
Big Birthday
My baby turned 21 today. I’m still trying to wrap my head around this. His birthday was a little different because he was away from home, but I think he was thoroughly celebrated. Or he was for sure well fed. Asiago bagels from his aunt (above), breakfast cupcakes from his grandma, dinner with both, plus…
Some Days Are Like This…
(Photo is a twitter find: @EmergencyKittens.)
Wednesday Wisdom
“You’ve always had the power, my dear. You just had to learn it for yourself.” — Glinda the Good Witch, Wizard of Oz
What if…
What if I fall? Oh, but my darling, what if you fly? (Quote: Erin Hanson, poet. Photo: unknown)
The Thrill is Gone
Without the letter B, I never would’ve been able to take my kids to see B.B. King and Buddy Guy five years ago (link to post and video here). The Thrill might be gone, but the memories live on. Rest in peace, B.B.
Girl Power!
During a run awhile back, I spotted a baggie affixed to a tree along my route. It was filled with colorful hair doodads along with a note that said, “You are beautiful when you move! Go GOTR!” Which is Girls on the Run, an organization that partners with schools to mentor and empower young girls through running….
From Where I Stand
Sure saw some lovely floors today as I traveled home from a work trip! But these feet of mine…well, they’re kind of tired. Work trip last week, two work trips this week…and 26.2 miles on foot in between. This weekend is going to be such a welcome gift!
Similarly Unique, Uniquely Similar
This little white tulip in a sea of red caught my eye the other day and made me smile. Pretty little rebel. The next day, I took this photo. This is the start line of my very first marathon. Believe it or not, these photos feel very similar to me. In a sea of…
Day. Made.
I’m pretty sure this video is one of the cutest things I have ever seen. Make sure you turn the volume up.
The Girl Who Receives Gifts From Birds
Doesn’t that sound like the name of a fairy tale? Love this story about a little girl who receives gifts from the crows she feeds in her backyard garden — fun little doodads and whatnots. “The young bird lover’s relationship with the crows began when she was 4 years old, the outlet reported. The birds would…
It’s Never Too Late
Remember the daffodils I’ve griped about over the years for never blooming? They sprout greens but no buds? No longer. After ten years of disappointment, we have not one, but TWO buds. It completely took my breath away. I don’t know why I even looked tonight; I usually don’t bother. I’ve assumed for years…
Saturday (and Every Day)
Saturdays. Be present. Make tea. Embrace conversation. Buy a plant, water it. Make your bed. Make someone else’s bed. Run. Get downward. Make art. Swim in the ocean. Take chances. Ask questions. Make mistakes. Learn. Know your worth. Love fiercely. Forgive quickly. Let go of what doesn’t serve you. Grow. This was a caption from…
He’ll Be Back Again Someday
I’ve learned since I started running that my inner photographer doesn’t co-exist easily with my inner runner. But over the years, I’ve learned how to make it work by taking “Distracted Runner” photos. The world looks entirely different on foot and I can’t decide if photography keeps me running or if running keeps me taking photos. Either way, last…
True Genius
This wonderful video about an effort to make a hearing-impaired man’s world easier for a day has been making the rounds online recently. (Full story is here.) While I’ve watched it a few times, it took on a whole new meaning for me this evening. The other day, my beloved MacBook seemingly fried out. After an…
No Labels
I know it’s already made the rounds, but this video is everything.
Life Advice, Dr. Seuss Style
In honor of what would have been his 111th birthday (yesterday), I want to share this wonderful list of “10 Dr. Seuss Quotes That Are Pretty Much The Only Life Advice You Need” (source link here), along with a few random iPhone photos of late. On Finding Humor In Life “From there to here, from here…
Perfect
“A life is like a garden; Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory.” — Leonard Nimoy
To My Younger Self…
“Hi. I remember those cheeks. Be happy with natural curls and stand up for yourself. Relish every moment with Dad. Some people are cruel and dishonest for sport — but there are lots who are fighting a good fight and running a fair race. That is what deserves the attention and energy.” — Julia Roberts…
I Burned Breakfast. And it was Awesome.
There’s something about snow and ice that makes me want to hunker down at home with a warm blanket or head to the kitchen and bake. (Admittedly the couch usually prevails.) When it’s best not to travel treacherous roads, the world comes to a standstill and we just get to relax and take a time…
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