I'm a little behind on the WordPress Bloganuary challenge (this question is from a couple of days ago), but really fortunate to have a few digital photos to share. It is hard to keep up with these Bloganuary questions, as they deserve much, much fuller responses than I can give in one day. The short… Continue reading Bloganuary: “How far back in your family tree can you go?” + New butterfly
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Read my musings on a WP “question of the day” in January, and beyond.
Bloganuary: “What brings you joy in life?” + crafty bits
I'm on a roll now with five Bloganuary posts in a row, and five really meaty prompts. It's a breakneck pace, I know, but I'll try to keep up... The things that bring me joy in life really boil down to simple things. Meaningful connections with other human beings and animals; creating something beautiful and/or… Continue reading Bloganuary: “What brings you joy in life?” + crafty bits
Bloganuary: “What’s a treasure that has been lost?”
I try not to ruminate on losses, but I do sometimes recall people, places, and things that I wish were still around and accessible. Looking back at what's been lost, without dwelling - just appreciating - helps me cherish what is now. One treasure I miss is life before the digital age. As I sit… Continue reading Bloganuary: “What’s a treasure that has been lost?”
Bloganuary: “How are you brave?”
Today's Bloganuary prompt is "How are you brave?" I like how the year is starting off with positive questions. I had to think about this one a bit. To the casual observer, my currently unconventional life (single, 50-something, childless, self-supporting woman in a foreign country) might seem "brave," risky, odd, exotic, or a number of… Continue reading Bloganuary: “How are you brave?”
Bloganuary 2023 – my first post
Happy New Year! This is my first post in Bloganuary, a month-long WordPress challenge to publish more frequently in the blogosphere. The first Bloganuary prompt is "What is something you want to achieve this year?" I've never been someone to make New Year's resolutions. I think it's all too easy to fall short of them… Continue reading Bloganuary 2023 – my first post
Christmas Stockings
We are now officially ready for Santa here with my just-made Christmas stockings, from an adorable pattern by Gipsy Queen Von Tanja. The pattern has two versions, a classic sock shape, and an elf shape with a curled toe. What I love about these is that they can be made in various sizes (mine are… Continue reading Christmas Stockings