Headwaters Nest
The Joy of Shortcuts
The shortcuts that really interest me are the informal ones that develop naturally through use over time.
Let spring awaken your senses
As I walked the pathways that had been inaccessible through the winter months, the sounds and smells greeted me like old friends.
Making Friends with Winter
It’s true that winter and I were once friends, a long time ago. But then, somehow, we drifted apart…
Goodbye commuting. Hello flex time on the porch.
For a number of years, I donned my corporate attire, got in my car in the dark, slipped a thermal carafe of coffee into the holder, and headed south to the city for work. I didn’t mind the commute, I told myself. In fact I enjoyed it. It was time to think. Time alone. Time to decompress. Then along came baby.
A toddler makes magic in the garden
My son learned more first-hand than I could have imagined about plants and animals. His garden creation was inspected daily and watered with care. “It’s magic!” he exclaimed.
The Journey Back Upstream
As I headed to the hills every weekend for rest, relaxation and Sunday hikes, it finally occurred to me – these hills are my home. I realized it was time to head back upstream.
