Tag Archives: hope

#Lent: Keep Moving On (with Love!)

Posted on March 9, 2019 by Virginia

Yesterday I posted about the passing of my beloved Papa. My precious Mama joined him the following year, leaving a huge hole in my heart and life. Like this Ms. Piggy filled with memorable photographs in Smithfield, Virginia (the state … Continue reading →

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08 March: Papa…& the GIFT of Tears

Posted on March 8, 2019 by Virginia

Today is March 8th. Previously I have posted about International Women’s Day (click here to read last year’s International Women’s Day: A Photo Journey), but March 8th is also the day my precious Papa died. As faithful readers know, my … Continue reading →

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Lent: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions…

Posted on March 7, 2019 by Virginia

On this Lenten Thursday, maybe it’s time to make a few decisions… (an indecisive coyote we encountered awhile ago in the Grand Canyon) “A decision joins us to the eternal. It brings what is eternal into time. A decision raises … Continue reading →

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Ash Wednesday: Lenten Tidying-Up

Posted on March 6, 2019 by Virginia

Once again Lent begins today with Ash Wednesday services around the world. Many readers (& dear friends) are of differing faith traditions, but perhaps Blogger Virginia’s post-a-day Lenten gig can introduce you (a bit) to what’s up with Lent? Christians … Continue reading →

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Snapshots & Whatnot: Doggone Doggie!!

Posted on February 27, 2019 by Virginia

Blogger Virginia is (definitely) not a doggie person, but to help out her precious niece (who very much is a doggie person) she relocated for a few days to her sister’s home to look after her niece’s precious Chihuahua, Beast … Continue reading →

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valentine blues & (hope-filled) grooves

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Virginia

“Love is space and time measured by the heart.” Marcel Proust It’s Valentine’s Day. In stores, emails, tweets – it’s all LOVE, LOVE, LOVE.  Mushy sentiment for the masses. Chocolate. Sweethearts and sweet tarts (do they still make those little … Continue reading →

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BOOKS! READING! BOOKS! READING! BOOKS!

Posted on February 8, 2019 by Virginia

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Dr. Suess “I cannot live without books.”  Thomas Jefferson I like books. I really like books. As a self-confessed … Continue reading →

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Beverage-induced Inspiration (for birzzzzy days)

Posted on January 31, 2019 by Virginia

“Make tea, not war.” Monty Python’s Flying Circus This week it’s birizzzy freezing in many parts of North America. With cold temps seeping into our gratitude meters (sapping them of warmth) it may be hard to focus on things for … Continue reading →

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LOOKING UP @ THE MOON!!!

Posted on January 21, 2019 by Virginia

“When I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in worship of the Creator.” Mahatma Gandhi Late last night my brother and I braved the elements of blustery 25mph wind gusts and … Continue reading →

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@Tempests in Teacups

Posted on January 15, 2019 by Virginia

Not that tea groupies like Virginia need an excuse to consume more favorite teas (and try new ones) but January is National Hot Tea month. As such, today Virginia is sharing a favorite past blog post about teabags, teacups and … Continue reading →

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