I find it interesting to look back and recall how I felt in the past, compared to the present. Sometimes that is painful and sometimes it feels good. Today is one of those days that I feel “good” and know that looking back, I can remember times when it didn’t – and for that I […]
Category: Memories
I will quite enthusiastically say that I especially enjoy and appreciate historical things and relics of the past. Some of my favorite memories, places and items are those which have been around much longer than myself. Some of my faves: Angkor Wat, Cambodia – This was an absolutely breathtaking site to behold. While most people […]
For years I wanted to be older, and now I am. – Margaret Atwood There’s some truth. I remember thinking when I was young(er) about how much I wanted to “grow up” and do all those “adult” things that seemed so fun! I can’t really say if things turned out how I expected, or anticipated, […]
I often wonder how much beauty we take for granted. Having traveled to many places, I am just in awe at every turn when I see such amazing scenery and buildings, such as castles and mountains, monasteries and shrines. I LOVE to take in the various places and appreciate the nuances of their artistry, the vibrancy […]
A Grand Relationship
The reason grandparents and grandchildren get along so well is that they have a common enemy. – Sam Levenson I do not have children; however, this quote struck me as highly amusing since I am now an adult and can see the perspective of parenting from a broader view. As one who was fortunate enough to […]
I think a lot of little girls are shown the “Barbie Dream Home” and get this vision in their head of how they want it to look. Then as we get older, (boys and girls alike) do our best to express ourselves through decorating our bedrooms. Parents try to entertain this, within reason typically, and […]
Just around a year ago, I visited Scotland to see my man-friend, and during that visit to Glasgow, we took a little weekend trip to the Isle of Arran. To start the trip, it required us to take a train from Glasgow out to the western shores, where we could catch a ferry. On this […]
As sad as it may be, falling OUT of love often teaches us the most lessons. Falling IN love is where many of the great memories are made and “feel good” moments live, but falling out of love is where we are forced to grow, or at least consider the process of reflection and growth. […]
High School
As I am now of a certain age, 34, I am well past the “high school” years, and can now reflect. I see many “teen” movies these days and they are FAR different than my high school experience ever was. I suppose that’s to be expected in some ways, for dramatic flair and such, but […]