Tag Archives: Ageing

On the Trail – West Highland Way

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Lynn

Whenever possible , I rarely say no to travel. As the years tick by at an alarming speed, I recognize both time and ability are at a premium. And so, when a dear friend reached out last year to ask … Continue reading →

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Precious Time & Doing the Math

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Lynn

“Life gets mighty precious when there’s less of it to waste.” Bonnie Raitt It seems the universe of late, in a variety of ways, has been gently reminding me of how very precious time is. Precious time with family and … Continue reading →

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The Best Possible Version of You

Posted on January 8, 2023 by Lynn

Happy New Year! I saw this quote awhile back & it struck me how much energy we expend on being who we think we should be, rather than simply getting comfortable with who we are. We all know what we could … Continue reading →

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Finding our Moral Compass

Posted on October 19, 2018 by Lynn

A Moral Compass, by definition, is used in reference to a person’s ability to judge what is right and wrong and act accordingly. A moral compass is something that develops over time.  Although I am certain DNA has something to … Continue reading →

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Accumulated Baggage

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Lynn

Accumulated baggage. The stuff of life that stays packed in our cases, like the outfit we took on a trip, but never wore. Some of us only accumulate a small carry-on, while others tip the scales with the weight of … Continue reading →

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Mom’s the Word❤️

Posted on May 11, 2017 by Lynn

 When I began this blog 4 years ago, this was one of the first posts I wrote. As we approach Mother’s Day this weekend, I thought it was worth a re-post with a few updates.   May 6, 2013: We … Continue reading →

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Hearts Alone

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Lynn

When I met my husband’s family many years ago, I learned very quickly that they were a card playing family.  Euchre was & is their game of choice. Rather stunned to hear I didn’t know how to play, his grandfather … Continue reading →

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All Hail the Queen

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Lynn

If there is one thing I have learned in my lifetime, it is the value of true friendship. Those people in your life who stand by your side through thick & thin, through the good & the bad.  Their friendship … Continue reading →

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The upside of social media

Posted on November 6, 2016 by Lynn

At the age of 16, I took a job at a summer resort about 2 hours north of where I lived.  As a child, I had spent many summers vacationing here with my family. I was hired as a chambermaid, but … Continue reading →

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Chasing the Light

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Lynn

It’s been awhile since me & my bike have spent time together. Autumn brings shorter days, making it a challenge to get in a good ride before the light of day disappears. Racing home from work to change into my … Continue reading →

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