Life Amongst the Landscape, Unexpected Inspiration, Life as Art, Travel and More
While taking our morning spin around the headland I realized just how much all the external noise (political craziness) is getting to me. I suspect I am not alone. I started this blog because I wanted an outlet but also to keep an electronic journal. To me, Facebook algorithms are nonsensical and almost like posting …
I believe things happen for a reason. About 3 years ago while completing my walk on Trinidad Head I met an older woman who gave me some health advice. She stopped me as I was exiting the headland and said, “when you get home, elevate your legs above your heart for 15 minutes. I know …
Tuesday June 30, 2020 This morning was stunning. Sunny and warm with the perfect kayaking conditions in the bay. For those who planned ahead it was a great morning to be on the water; nice and flat with no wind. I wished I was out there. As I circled the headland the latest national news …
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Friday June 26, 2020 On the trail today I met a woman who unknowingly gave me a lot to think about. We had a brief conversation while passing each other on the trail. She appeared to me to be gliding around the headland like a pro. What I didn’t realize was she was frustrated with …
Thursday June 18, 2020 Instead of walking the headland today I opted to do some much needed work in our backyard garden. My maternal grandmother used to say that if you needed to work something out, dig in the dirt. Well it turns out grandma was right! My daily walks meet my workout needs both …
Saturday June 6, 2020 My Childhood hero’s were British Primatologist Jane Goodall, Cultural Anthropologist Margaret Mead, my maternal grandmother Pauline Michanco and our neighbor Ms. Ruth Winchell. My maternal grandmother Parascevia Hrycak (maiden name) or Pauline Michanco (married name) made a big impact on me as a child. She was a survivor and an independent …
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Perspectives From My Trail 