Category Archives: Just Thinking

The Other Side

Some activities are more meditative than others and berry picking is one of the most reflective I can think of.  Maybe it’s the early morning quiet; maybe it’s the repetitive motion of picking, but whatever it is, berry picking is … Continue reading

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Grace of Openness

Reading news online, I came across the phrase “the grace of self-doubt” and it has stuck in my head.  As an educator I have always worked hard to strengthen people’s belief in themselves and their abilities.  But I’m just thinking … Continue reading

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Invention

At my age I’m always scribbling down things that strike me; the trick is to find those pieces of paper when I need them.  Today I was looking through a notebook that had a few of these notations and found … Continue reading

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Inclusive

Some of you may be aware that I do handmade greeting cards as a way to share significant thought provoking quotes from what I am reading or thinking.  Most of my cards are block prints and all of them are … Continue reading

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Questions

Did you ever notice how young children ask questions incessantly?  They can almost drive a person crazy!  Then at some point that questioning dwindles.  I just think that’s sad because questioning is such a powerful way to learn and grow!   … Continue reading

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