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River Walk

Yesterday I took a River Walk with my grandchildren in Stillwater, MN. We hiked across the St. Croix River lift bridge and then up, up, up to the top of the hill on the Wisconsin side of the river. It was a beautiful morning for a walk and I enjoyed talking with the kids about the upcoming school year, their recent trip to see their other grandparents in southern Iowa, and whatever else they wanted to talk about as we walked. The learning opportunities they have in school astonish me. My soon-to-be sophmore in high school is looking forward to Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Like a Bell

  I took a walk along Medicine Lake yesterday morning. Under cloudy skies and in humid air I walked with my camera slung across my body. The feelings I had as I walked were Like a Bell vibrating through me, filling my senses, lifting my heart, and ringing out peace and joy. No matter how often I walk this path, I never tire of the sights and sounds. People hiking, bikers biking, ducks swimming, dogs playing, breeze blowing—a sensory wonderland of nature and humanity co-existing peacefully together. The news late yesterday afternoon of the Senate passing the healthcare and climate Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Completing the Photograph

  Today I decided to print and frame a couple of recent photographs. There is something about the print process that is very satisfying to me. It feels like when I actually print a photo that I made I am Completing the Photograph Now that I am no longer selling my photos I have fewer reasons to print my work. But whenever I actually sit down to print something I am so glad that I did. I’ve had a few frames sitting around in my office that I intended to use for my photographs but I never seemed to prioritize Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Rainy Day Gratitude

I awoke this morning to dark skies. And before long I could hear the rumbling of thunder in the distance. In that moment I felt my heart fill with Rainy Day Gratitude Let it rain! Let it rain! Let it rain! The birds are flocking the feeders outside my office window today. It seems that the rain is not bothering them either. I know it may not be fun for those who work Monday  through Friday for today, Saturday, to be a rainy day. But given the drought we’ve been experiencing (which is nothing like the drought other areas of Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Everyday Courage

  I feel very fortunate to be living here, now, in this place. But I know that not everyone is having an easy time. For those who are struggling and cannot find their way I hope that you find Everyday Courage today and always. Recently I had a small dose of worry and angst when both my cat Gracie and husband, Jon, seemed to be feeling unwell much of the time. Fortunately both of them are doing much better now. Sometimes, when I fear the small light I bring isn’t big enough or bright enough, I think of that night Read more…

By Marilyn, ago