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November 1, 2025November 1, 2025 ~ Kana Smith ~ 14 Comments

The last couple nights have dipped down below freezing, riming the fields beyond our house with frost. This morning a heavy skim of frozen fog at the foot of the distant mountains contrasted with the bold grapefruit of the pre-dawn clouds, like a painting of frost and fire. It feels like a fitting entree to … Continue reading Here AND There

The Post-It Queen Strikes Again

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October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 ~ Kana Smith ~ 15 Comments

I'm sitting on the living-room couch with my MacBook, rather than the more serviceable office chair and desktop computer, because this window is where the sunshine is streaming in. We've had nothing but wind and storms this week---and although we generally only get 12 inches of rain a year here, in our High Desert climate, … Continue reading The Post-It Queen Strikes Again

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"As for me, I am tormented with an everlasting itch for things remote. I love to sail forbidden seas, and land on barbarous coasts."

~ Herman Melville, Moby-Dick

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    Willie Torres Jr. on If the Present is a Gift, so is the PastJanuary 10, 2026

    Letting go of our own plans is hard, but trusting God with the unknown matters. The past feels safe, but…

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    dovalpage on A Pain in the NeckJanuary 10, 2026

    Take care. Hope you feel better soon! Sending good vibes.

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    Peter A. Taylor on A Pain in the NeckJanuary 10, 2026

    Over 70% of us who served in Vietnam were there as volunteers. We went because our country called. I was…

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    yusefasabiyah on A Pain in the NeckJanuary 10, 2026

    "While I was in Vietnam I was involved in a serious accident. I was flipped out of a boat and…

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    Shel R. on Clearing OutJanuary 9, 2026

    I know I should clear space, but I just don't have the motivation 😄 Especially toys my little dude no…

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