Category: Winter Diary 2019-2020
Winter Diary: Ahhhh…. The Warmth
I am over it. My Louisiana blood tells me it’s Azalea time, and the dogwoods should be popping soon. I watch my Instagram feed as my friends don shorts and tank tops for Mardi Gras parades. Here in Michigan we are still in it.… Continue Reading “Winter Diary: Ahhhh…. The Warmth”
Winter Diary: Good Morning Saturday
It’s early. Rain pitter patters on the metal frame of my picture window. My still bedecked Christmas tree twinkles a reflection in several windows. I could be in a lighted forest except I’m warm and cozy under this Michigan-made red plaid blanket. In a… Continue Reading “Winter Diary: Good Morning Saturday”
Winter Diary: Just Move
The biggest challenge for me in the long winter is continuing to move. It gets dark much earlier, and, let’s face it, it’s cold outside. In order for me to have the most success with exercise, I have to do it in the morning.… Continue Reading “Winter Diary: Just Move”
Winter Diary: Day 2 Eggnog Latte Season
I left early yesterday to arrive early to my Thanksgiving Dinner location. NPR was playing a special that was of particular interest to my life so I passed up my hosts’ driveway to find a parking lot where I could listen to the end… Continue Reading “Winter Diary: Day 2 Eggnog Latte Season”
Winter Diary: Wind, Wool and a Wonderful Read
Lake Michigan smashes into winter with a vengeance. Wind-whipped waves churn the silvery green water into an angry sea. I could hardly walk against the hurricane-force winds today at lunch after a steamy bowl of chili warmed my tummy. Brrr… I wish I’d known… Continue Reading “Winter Diary: Wind, Wool and a Wonderful Read”
Hello Winter
It was a beautiful day today. I took Ashok for a walk by Lake Michigan. Temps were in the low 40s, and everybody was out. Parents with strollers lined the sidewalks taking in the warmish day before the holiday rush and the onset of… Continue Reading “Hello Winter”
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