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This Is A Tough One

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Newness of Life

Back in November when we visited my sister and her husband on Vancouver Island, my brother-in-law gave me a cutting and a little root of a Chinese Lantern plant from his garden. We brought it home on the plane and … Continue reading

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Handmade Box from Old Growth Fir

Hisnibs made this beautiful box for me from a branch that broke off our old growth fir tree we call Grandma Tree. I’m going to keep my crochet hooks in it. Love it!

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Share The Warmth

Eldest Daughter made this gorgeous quilt for me for Christmas. I’ll be warm all winter now, no matter what the weather decides to do. We drew names at Thanksgiving and the challenge was to make something for the person whose … Continue reading

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A Sacred Gift

Awaken to the mystery of being here and enter the quiet immensity of your own presence. Have joy and peace in the temple of your senses. Receive encouragement when new frontiers beckon. Respond to the call of your gift and … Continue reading

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Gift of a White Feather

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My New Recliner

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Beautiful Mermaid Quilt

Eldest daughter made this for her friend’s birthday. Absolutely beautiful!

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Witch Hazel is Blooming

A winter gift, Witch Hazel blossoms scent the yard with a sweet, healing aroma.  I had to bring some inside and arrange in this unique vase sent to me by my cousin for Christmas. Witch Hazel Hamamelis virginiana Deciduous large … Continue reading

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My Gift To Myself

I will give myself the gift of forgiveness. ~ Harriet Hodgson

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Miniature World

A special gift from a friend who created it just for me. Built on part of a branch that fell off an ancient fir tree. Idyllic little world of green, flowers, trees and two sheep there, a tempting little cottage … Continue reading

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Entitlement Or Endowment Part 2

Life looks very different to us when we look at it from the endowment window, rather than the entitlement window. The endowment view is that our life is a gift; its value increases when we choose to make the most … Continue reading

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Love Is The Gift

Kindness and Generosity with an expectation attached is not love it is manipulation. ©Sharron R. McMillan

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Gift of Beauty

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A Friend Stopped By

It is a wise and lucky person who realizes the value of a friend. To treasure every moment, to cherish every moment, Knowing that friendship is one of life’s greatest gifts. ~Unknown  

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