by Mary Elizabeth | Sep 19, 2021 | Just for Fun
Good News Sunday Your Sunday break from bad news with something to make to get singing, inspirational words, and a story about art for connection and therapy. Try a Little Kindness On Feb 5, 2020, 165 kids from music charity, Doane USCHOOL joined Jann Arden to record...
by Mary Elizabeth | Sep 8, 2021 | Just for Fun
Seeking Gardening Success In Pursuit of Solitude Gardening tends to be a pretty solitary endeavour. That, in fact, is one of its greatest appeals for many (including me). It is a chance to be close to nature and alone with your own thoughts. Working the soil and...
by Mary Elizabeth | Sep 5, 2021 | Inspiration, Just for Fun
Breathe. Be Surprised. Find Enjoyment. Take the time to forget the stress of the world. Look around and take note of the small details. Be grateful for the beauty in your life. The people you love and who love you. Your natural surroundings. A good book. The...
by Mary Elizabeth | Aug 29, 2021 | Inspiration, Just for Fun
Today’s break from the news of the week Joy, wonder, and musical celebration. Music and Mystery Music and the Mystery of Aliveness by Maria Popova (Brain Pickings) Music has the power to inspire, to soothe and move. In this article, Popova focuses on the unique...
by Mary Elizabeth | Aug 22, 2021 | Creative Expression, Just for Fun
A break from the news of the week There is much in the news that is heartwrenching and stressful. Here are a few stories to bring you some positive energy or inspiration. Participatory Embroidery Artist Liz Kueneke brings large embroidered maps of local areas...
by Mary Elizabeth | Aug 16, 2021 | Just for Fun
Stepping out of your comfort zone This month, I’m participating in a challenge to do a blog post daily. The host offers daily optional prompts as writing ideas. Today, he shared this: Ever get a song stuck in your head? Or do you have a favourite song lyric?...
