I tend to live a few months in the future. It’s partly due to the nature of my work, but also because that is just how my brain works. I know I’m not alone in this, especially at this time of year. The beginning of August has a lot of us in the northern hemisphereContinue reading “Summer Stories”
Tag Archives: optimism
Mobile Microcosm
I think the world would be a better place if more people traveled by train. I’m guessing that you either immediately agreed with me, or you’re currently sporting a quizzical expression. If you’re in that second group, allow me to explain. A train is a mobile microcosm of the human experience. Unlike other forms ofContinue reading “Mobile Microcosm”
Incurably Curious
It’s incredibly easy to get caught up in all this world’s dumpster fires and disappointments. Today, I wanted to share a little light and a reminder that it’s not all bad with one short sentence. Libraries exist. In my book, as long as we have free and easy access to information, we’re not doing tooContinue reading “Incurably Curious”
Awkward Aerial Attacks
Lessons learned from unprovoked bird and bird-brain attacks. #awkward #blogpost
Be Mindful
The power of art and the tales we tell ourselves. 🐝🧠
#awkward #blogpost
Give Paws
I recently made a trip to visit a trio of lion cubs at my local zoo. They were just the right combination of fluff and chaotic cuteness. Following each other around the habitat, occasionally checking in with mom or taking a playful swipe/pounce at one of their siblings. It was a pleasant, wholesome way toContinue reading “Give Paws”
Groggy Gratitude
The arrival of spring has me feeling a little groggy (yay allergies!) and in search of gratitude. If that sentiment has you rolling your eyes, I get it. Most of us aren’t wired to focus on the positives. If we have a headache, we generally won’t feel grateful for our pain-free knees. In my searchContinue reading “Groggy Gratitude”
Rainy Day Ramble
We’re in the rainy days of spring here in the northern hemisphere. The days that tend to get categorized as dull and grey are necessary for those gorgeous spring days and the summer that will eventually follow. These days aren’t just a requirement or a price paid for the “true spring”, but are actually delightfulContinue reading “Rainy Day Ramble”
Survival Squirrel
I would like to bring your attention to the squirrel in the above photo. I think that in one way or another, we’ve all found ourselves in similar positions. Not literally, hopefully. Although, if you have found yourself sitting awkwardly in a bird feeder, please feel free to share in the comments below. On aContinue reading “Survival Squirrel”
Tolerable Tradeoff
Spring has arrived. I know it to be true not because of the date on the calendar, but because of the newly returned pulse to my sinuses. Before I go too far down that self-pity path, I will say it’s a tolerable tradeoff for the return of a bit of color. Still, spring is notContinue reading “Tolerable Tradeoff”
Onward & Awkward 