Bon Anniversaire!

Happy Anniversary! My Blog turned two on July 11th this year. This year I was aware of the anniversary before it occurred.  I wanted to commemorate this auspicious day in some way.  A year ago, I was preoccupied with navigating the waters of the Atlantic as I journeyed to, and settled into, my new landscape … Continue reading Bon Anniversaire!

The Reason for My Silence: Recalling Memories Is Not an Easy Task

Memories scatter around me Pictures and picture frames that carry moments of joy Moments with a lover, a dear friend My new family of choice Reminding me of the life I’ve built In this here land of the free and brave Cards that wish me well Give hope in times of some heavy situation Tell … Continue reading The Reason for My Silence: Recalling Memories Is Not an Easy Task

I Would Like to Talk to You About…

It is Wednesday. I have decided that I will work in my front room, right in front of my bay window. I peer through the heavy wooden blinds to take in the scenery and sunshine. I ready my limbs to draw up the blinds to let in some of the beautiful Bay sunshine. I spot … Continue reading I Would Like to Talk to You About…