Karen
In Anticipation
Years ago my husband Charles and I decided to write down a daily blessing and put it in a basket and then empty it from time to time and enjoy rereading each one and giving thanks all over again. … Continue reading →
Coloring Or Painting–Who Knew?
Now that I am in a coloring club, I’m paying amore attention than usual to the artistic use of pencils, brushes, crayons, and paints. We have two beautiful artists in residence here. They paint or sketch as they are … Continue reading →
Fix Yourself Today
I think I shared this photo of an ‘apple a day’ on a recent blog and decided it fit here too, the Friday after Thanksgiving when I’m writing this. Today we had … Continue reading →
I am grateful for each of you
This post missed the deadline so here it is. I am so grateful for you dear friends and readers. You’ve encouraged me to keep writing and you’ve followed my journey. Today, as we prepare for Thanksgiving I’m going to offer … Continue reading →
Breathtaking Kentucky
On Friday, we took a beautiful drive to Lexington, KY to see Charles’ brother Robert and his wife Helen. For those who don’t know, Charles is my late husband. The trees were in their colorful autumn dress and the fluffy … Continue reading →
Two Happy Birthdays This Week
My nephew Christian on the 6th and my oldest daughter Julie on the 7th. Love you both. Hello November with its chilly winds, autumn leaves, cozy sweaters and mugs of hot chocolate or warm apple cider. I’m spending time coloring … Continue reading →
Meet Pamela Pumpkin
I can write but I can’t draw or paint. I tried and so did everyone else–some funny, some creepy, some beautiful. We had so much fun–like little kids with paints and sponges and brushes and pumpkins large and small. Our … Continue reading →
Tricks and Treats and Yummy Eats
“Did you know that a pumpkin can be steamed, roasted, fried, shredded into dishes, or eaten raw? The basic preparation after washing and cutting, is to: Scoop out the innards. The flesh of big pumpkins is perfect for soups and … Continue reading →
Happy Pumpkin Season
This week we’re going to decorate pumpkins. Our activities director will supply the pumpkins, instructions and the tools so I’ll follow her lead. It’s fun to see how Provision (my new home) engages in the holidays and invites our families … Continue reading →