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  • Meh

    Meh

    Today I woke up and felt meh. The brain was throwing everything at me. Eat better. Exercise. Lose weight. Take your vitamins. Downsize. Clean the house. Replace retirement income. Finalize the Europe trip. Buy clothes for the trip because you’ve put on weight. The list goes on. I just sat on the couch for a…

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  • It Is What It Is

    It Is What It Is

    Today is day four of my transition into retirement. I’m on vacation until my official retirement on September 22. It has been unsettling, and I have actually already been searching for my next job. 🤣 Then I have to remind myself: there is no rush. Enjoy the moment. The job search can wait until after…

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  • Discoveries

    Discoveries

    Each year we ‘buy’ a cherry tree or two from a local orchard and pick the cherries for our personal consumption. It also supports a local pet rescue – bonus! My husband usually does the harvest but this year I went with him. Another new adventure that I found out I love. Who knew I…

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  • Abundance

    Abundance

    Basil is taking over my little patio herb garden. A week ago, I had one of those huge Costco basil plants. Usually, it dies on me within a week or so. Last week, I decided to try my hand at separating the seedlings. Well, today I have a baker’s dozen of basil pots. There’s a quiet satisfaction…

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