Wherever I go, 'Tis the season to tip my hat as it overflows my memory bank. On display at our house, are shiny and bright reminders of the season. By day there's, of course, snow. By night, it's another sight. Three or more times it has snowed by night. Oh, what a delight, right? Each… Continue reading ‘Tis the season to tip my frosty hat
Category: Inspiration
When memories of dewdrops freeze
Here's the deal. There's no mist happening in our neck of the woods today. What is Frank thinking, wanting us all to share misty thoughts? Well...I've got some news for him. I'm sending this here letter to shed some white light on what's happening across the ocean blue from where he lives. Don't sigh, he… Continue reading When memories of dewdrops freeze
It helps to know where you’re going
This is a post for fellow writers (aka, bloggers). I admire you. You're a gift to me. You know who you are. The ones who have figured out a perfect route to take to find your way in the huge blogosphere. It's mighty easy to feel rather tiny here. I admire how you've found routes… Continue reading It helps to know where you’re going
My nostalgia fix – Christmas Sheet Music
Every year, without fail, these musical treasures adorn the piano as part of my seasonal decorations. It's a tradition (I wrote about the sheet music before) - grandma did so, mom did so, and now I do so, too. When I pull them out, I call it my nostalgia fix for the year. Each year,… Continue reading My nostalgia fix – Christmas Sheet Music
How to capture abstract photos with Christmas lights
Here I am, just sliding into view on your computer screen. I'm playing with my favorite camera settings for the holidays. I love to mess around with lights in rooms and ISO settings on my camera to see what I get! The tried and true bokeh effect comes from turning on all the lights in… Continue reading How to capture abstract photos with Christmas lights
How I warm up to winter
I'm not sure if I'm ready for winter yet. I better warm up to it soon, 'cuz it doesn't hold back from arriving. It comes every year. I'm not alone in my desire to hang on to warmer weather. Two men in my life aren't tickled about thoughts of going out in cold snow. In… Continue reading How I warm up to winter