My husband teases me that anything I can’t explain, I just call it magic. For example, we were talking about radio the other day. Without a network link like WiFi or Bluetooth (both magic by the way), music, discussion, storytelling all get into these boxes. How does that work? Magic!
When the sun sets, if …
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Here in the Pacific Northwest the primroses are showing a riot of color and daffodils, those happy flowers, are showing a beautiful sunny color. Everywhere nature is waking up. In my garden ferns are uncurling, and new shoots are breaking ground after the winter and it gives me hope for the world.
I never understood …
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I just celebrated my birthday yesterday. Thank you to everyone who sent birthday wishes. When I was younger, I did not think I would live past 40 years old. Everyday since then has been a bonus and as a result, I not only celebrate my birthday, but the day after my birthday. In fact, a …
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I think one of the repeating themes of my tea study is how often I return the the basics. With every change of season, my students and I practice warigeiko. Though it has been challenging the last 18 months because of Covid-19, as we return to in person keiko, we will have to learn all …
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With the worldwide pandemic, staying home has been a hardship for many. Fortunately, I am in a secure financial situation, and staying home this past year and a half has been a pleasure for me. Seeing the seasons change through the garden has brought me great joy this year. I have also been teaching myself …
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