tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-59723037006350042022012-02-02T16:32:17.235-07:00A place to share my writings, poems, photos, family history, express opinions, and connect with othersLin Floydhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11791149428495689835noreply@blogger.comBlogger14981100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5972303700635004202.post-44122296307743622002012-02-02T06:00:00.003-07:002012-02-02T06:49:31.826-07:00

I love/hate the Ground Hog movie because it is so true.Routines can easily turn into annoying RUTTSPROBLEMS can make us want to hibernate forever.Life is a cycle of high and lows plus many in betweens.But there is the possibility that SPRING is coming.We had 61 degree weather yesterday so that's GREAT!

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"We have met the enemy...and it is us." PogoSomehow this thought keeps going through my head. So, I had to do some research to find the source of it. Been thinking about EXPECTATIONS and ASSUMPTIONS both of which can get you in big trouble with others and yourself as you have your experiences here on earth. You assume a certain outcome in relationships and projects, but what you expect may not

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This first month of the new year has sped pastamazingly with some great highs and a few lows.The trick is to learn and celebrate each experiencefor what it is an opportunity to grow and change,hopefully become a better person, more compassionatesensitive and loving. Quite the life curriculum!Everyday is a new opportunity to learn about yourselfas you interact with others and pursue your goals.I'm

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Sometimes courage is that little voice that at the end of the day says...I'll try again tomorrow. It takes courage to start doing ART JOURNALING-overcoming the negative voices that try to stop you. With my friend and art teacher Caryn's help, I started Zentangle designs now for a new challenge-art journaling. This is a torn tissue paper collage with poster paint underneathsmeared on with an old

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For several years now, my New Year’s resolution has been ACT DON'T REACT. Just that one statement covers a myriad of situations from personal management to family relationships to dreams and aspirations. In the area of personal management, I want to gain control of my weight, fitness and general health. Therefore, I need a plan to act upon rather than just continuing on in my familiar routines

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If you drive from Utah to California or anywhere for that matter, what are the chances of having ALL Green Lights?? Well, in LIFE there is NOT going to be all GREEN LIGHTS. Sometimes we DO NEED to Yield or even STOP and then re-evaluate before the light turns GREEN!! Pay attention to the LIGHT you receive and when green.........GO FOR IT!!!Ideals vs. expectations seldom jive or mesh.Just when you

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Today Caryn and I visited a new boutique in town that has fun 1940-50s style clothing which is coming back in fashion. It's located in the historic Garden House built in 1867, five years after our town was settled. The Garden Club met here frequently.The weather was lovely almost 60 degrees and sunny!Remembering the good old days, these dresses are like museum piecesWe also had a tasty lunch

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Ever have the feeling like you are recycling certain experiencesthat you thought you understood well enough to avoid.Well it happens, guess it's called déjà vu which means alreadyseen or done-as in being familiar or a pattern. There are therapiesand even medications to help you break this cycle or pattern.Interestingly enough, I find myself caught in an experiencewhere my actions are interpreted

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In our fast paced world it's so easyto get the cart before the horsethen realize that the correct priorityis hooking the cart behind the horse.It's that way with priorities, certainthings get done first because theyseem necessary NOT most important.Most relationships take second placeto filling the car with gas, shoppingfor groceries, doing the dishes, etc.It's only when you slow down andconsider

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Since kindness and unconditional acceptance don’t seem to come naturally to most individuals, there is always a need to learn to control your reactions and practice forgiveness. Somehow as we grow older and gain wisdom, we think that others would like to know what we have learned; but that’s not true. It seems everyone must learn by his or her actions. It’s always better to keep your remarks to

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Last year my friend Caryn and I took many Artist's Dates togetherexploring St. George, gathering ideas for art projects or home decor.Lots of fun- it continues this year as the snow birds have all flown in.Urban Renewal store has fun slightly used decor at good prices.Outlandish shoes styles...Valentine decorations of course...Bright bold colors to liven up any room. Western decor rules.Old art

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Hubby now has two work tables up in our garage.Looks like a giant jigsaw puzzle-it is!Lots and lots of pieces to sand and assemble.Instructions always help-they were in French, now translated to English!Lot of fun hours ahead, before the boat is ready...These are the sides of the boat that will glued together.Good luck to my retired engineer hubby, have fun!

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Lots of creative juices around with Zentangle-Art Journaling classes taught by my friend Caryn. She's great at making artistic messes.Using Frogwa or found objects in an art journal,I'm learning lots and getting ready to try my hand at it.Caryn's ready to demo how to make a painted background for our art.

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Five years have passed since my mom's departure from this earth.Amazing how quickly time passes but the memories remain andthe knowledge that we will see each other again in the next life.

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Could it be that kindness and unconditional acceptance need to begin with our self? If we treat others as we’d like to be treated and not dependent on their behavior, all our relationships could be improved. When was the last time you gave yourself a compliment? i.e. That was a good job or congrats for a great effort. Instead we most likely tell ourselves…You could have done better or You’

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One of my blogging friends made a post of all she had accomplished last year. It was a lot and made me think about my past year. What have I gained from another year here on earth? So I've decided to review my blog posts and summarize last Jan 2011-what was taking place to give me a focus for the blank new year ahead. JAN 2011-Walking in the MUD, we had lots of rain. Wow some great thoughts there

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A class I'm taking from my BFF Caryn-so fun and relaxing!Artistic outlets were RARE earlier in my former life, a few poems now and then, a flyer or poster got designed, a book cover or invitation; teaching dancing took over my days,until motherhood and jobs to support my family entered.Zentangle has come into my life now, a NEW hobbyto develop and EXPRESS my artistic talents long buried.As a

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Well, after 10 years of trying to decide on a retirement projectmy sweet hubby finally did, and just this week received his kitof cut out pieces to assemble into a wooden row, sailboat touse for fishing and other adventures in the great outdoors.It's coming, the kit all cut out to be assembled.Only weighs 750 pounds, made of marine plywood.A late Christmas present?Just punch out the pieces, sand

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I love my sons and the years spent raising them,though I may joke about wanting five daughtersonly to be surprised by four sons, each is precious andhas brought new experiences never to be forgotten.Daniel was son #2 and very important as I didn't want my first son to be an only child like I was.Danny boy was a happy baby and a joy to haveas a young mother just starting life's journey.A

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Fortitude is defined as strength and endurance in a difficult or painful situation, resilience, guts, staying power, courage, grit, stamina or determination. How do you develop it? Perhaps by carefully examining your own life and attempts to make changes over the years. A new year for many provides a clean slate to start over, but you can change at any point in your life. All it takes is desire

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Is God really there listening and sending answersour way to help us with daily problems? Interestingquestion and it depends on how you view God.A loving parent knowing us better than we do,wanting our best growth and opportunities yetnot making it too easy because we would rest.Interested in our becoming all we can be,achieving the POTENTIAL we may not knowis within us. Would we do less for our

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Digging out of a slump slowly,will I be rejected or accepted?Does it matter, is my life to be liveddependent on the whims of others?I certainly hope not, that puts themin charge of me and under their control.ACT don't REACT; take the lessons given.I did this week receive a lovely thank you note from my friend Caryn's son who stayed in our guest casita after the holidays while Caryn's large family

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Well, my BFF Caryn and I have been comparing notes:her family came for the whole week after Christmas whileI stayed home alone with hubby for the holidays BUTwe were both fell in a slump afterwards...AMAZING isn't it!There is something about the holidays and expectationswhether they are met or not than can trigger melancholylike ghosts of Christmas past and those yet to come.Will our family ever

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Three words for a new year's resolution ACT DON'T REACT...I didn't rebel until I was 30-late bloomerof maybe just growing up as an only child,I still find myself trying to please everyone.Not hurt anyone's feelings, but that's about impossibleI'm discovering the hard way...just trying to figure outif others are happy with my behavior is draining.So it's time to ACT and NOT JUST REACT.Focus on

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The New Year is a great time for making resolutions and creating change in your personal life, but it doesn’t take long before your goals become fodder for guilt feelings and even depression. More exercising, healthier diet, less stress are all worthy resolutions, but that old friend “procrastination” likes to make its appearance early. Inner voices whisper: You know you won’t keep that

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I'm one for self improvement, always trying to change for the better. So as a NEW YEAR approaches I'm contemplating whether to resolve or not to resolve and just continue on in the same old manner...It should be an easy decision, just pick out some easy resolutions you say...hey there are few easy ones, but here goes:1. I will continue to try to "act and not react" which is my normal first

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Sometimes it's difficult to find something to smile aboutbut it certainly helps one's mood to laugh now and then.My hubby says something every day that he finds funnyand it's always a surprise to me how clever he is and humorous.My Prince Charming of laughter!

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Lorien now nicknamed Rory is growing up-two years old today,but still quite wary of strangers including a certain person-me.She would make a great detective with her searching eyesand careful protective manner. One day we will connect.HAPPY BIRTHDAY Lorien #2

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The holidays certainly bring lots of opportunities formood changes...expectations vs. reality traps many of us.To react or to act is the question-this year I chose to actto do something different, to spend the holiday with "just hubby."Free from problems of snowy or icy roads while traveling,peace and quiet in familiar surrounding. Though I missedinteracting with loved ones, I was with my "one

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Expectations and disappointments seem to be part of holidays.Wanting to have a total family reunion isn't always possiblein these days of distance and divided interests for most familiesplus costs and concerns of travel during dangerous wintery times.Thankfully with today's technology, we can still make contactthrough cell phones, letters, skype and exchange holiday greetings.This will be the

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Being raised as an only child, I never had to share anything with a sibling. I’ve noticed how easy it is for an older brother or sister in some families to become a bully demanding that younger ones share their toys or other prized possessions. This is a problem in the whole world as factions within countries bully one another for power and control. It’s the cause of wars and dictators inflicting

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Poets from our local group the Dixie Chapter of the Utah State Poetry Society: 1st row-Barbara, Marilyn, 2nd row-Lin, Gary, Kate, Markay and Marleen. Others not shown: Alma, LaVerna, Nad, and Marie. We all had poems selected to be in Panorama 2011-a statewide publication. There is a total of 61 poets from throughout the state of Utah with poetry in this year's anthology and 11 or about 1/6 are

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WHAT IF...What if you got everything you desired?Would you be a spoiled brat? No problems to solve, would you get bored?Maybe opposition is a good idea in life.Constant obstacles to overcome makes the journey more interesting;it may seem a bit unfair at timeswhen we look at others lives.Not knowing their situationwould we dispense more conflict?Could we control such things, are we wise enough?

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In our hectic modern world, there is little time for manners or courtesy. In the old days, you always acknowledged someone who took the time to greet you with a polite “good morning” or “how are you?” Nowadays it tempting to just ignore such a greeting. If you are an email user, you know what I mean. You can send off an email to a family member or friend and not know if they actually received it

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Empty bedroom, old worn out carpetFilling up the living room with bedroom furnitureA bed in the dining room? Why not...For our Christmas gift to each other this year, we had new carpeting installed in our bedroom and walk in closet. How fun you say but it's been lots of hard work moving everything out of our bedroom and closet to nearby rooms-COMPLETE CHAOS was the result. But then when we

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And another year is almost gone...Doesn't that amaze you and point tohow important each moment is...Part of our life never to return again.Enjoying partying with my two friends Mary and CarynThey even helped with the cleanup and dishes.We had a potluck dinner, then talked for hours.Our spouses talked about preparedness and politics, we talked about the gospel and human relationships.Fun evening

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My youngest son Jeff is 29 on his birthday this year. Amazing how fast your children grow up and as they age, so do you too unfortunately. Jeff has three older brothers who are in their 40s. I can remember when I was 39 not so long ago, but it was 32 years ago. My, how fast life moves along as each day passes quickly. Our journey here on earth is too soon gone. What a treasure to know that our

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Lately I've been feeling I need to focus on my POETRY.DOORS are opening and OPPORTUNITIES developing.Will be reprinting our "Voices from the Desert" poetry book.Doing a poetry reading this Friday night with my friend Marilyn.Not sure where it's all going, but I'm trying to follow the muse.Networking with Dixie State College English Department faculty.Encouraging other poets to publish and helping

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I'm exhausted after four holiday parties this week: Utah State Poetry Society, Heritage Writer's Guild, Relief Society then a birthday party for a friend. All that plus working on Christmas cards, shopping and playing around with my friend Caryn, setting up classes to teach in Jan and an open house in December, trying to give a free demo on Writing your life story at the Sr. Citizen's center plus

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Take a moment to think back on someone in your family that exhibits the virtue of PATIENCE. How do they do that? Perhaps it‘s related to whether they are an optimist or a pessimist. Being a parent or grandparent certainly gives you lots of opportunities to develop patience by not jumping to judgment, but listening and trying to understand misbehavior of younger less experienced family members. (

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Seems everyone has decided to party early this month. This week has been the Heritage Writer's Guild's party as well as the Utah Poetry Society-Dixie Chapter (above) enjoying some poetry readings plus my church's women's group Relief Society open house. I'm not complaining just enjoying. Here's two new poems written while preparing a special Dixie Salad for the poetry party.DIXIE SALAD Mix

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Caryn has discovered this very creative way of art journaling. I shared a little about ZENTANGLE in a previous POST and I'm just fascinated. She says anyone can do it. It's a way of leaving a legacy and exploring your artistic/doodling talents. You can add quotes or ideas even physical materials that you want to share with others. In the meantime it helps you understand YOU. I'm trying to get her

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How fun to have my dear friend Caryn the snowbird back for the winter. We spend the day shopping, talking, sharing and going to lunch at Kneaders. Much to catch up on after 7 months separation, more tomorrow on her artwork. Click to enlarge for details...Her front foyer areaCaryn makes some of these Santas-a very talented artist!

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Not referring to partying adults that live in Iceland butthe sheep that are everywhere in pastures, on hillsides,rocky island outcropping and grazing on lava rock moss.Fluffy and tough, they had thick coats of wool that can bespun into yarn-made into those famous Icelandic sweaters.We'll just have to guess why he or she is the black sheep...lol!I took the top photo of sheep along the roadside

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Are some people just born pessimists while others are optimists? I don’t know, but I think we can all find ourselves on either side of the coin depending on our outlook and attitude toward our self and the world. Listen closely and to hear what your inner voices are saying to you. “Well, you’re certainly a big failure. You could have done better than that. No one else cares about you. You’ll

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Written by my 9 year old grandson Nathan Hatch (photo on the right) ...his brother is named James (photo below on the left) and his mom is named Mom! Notice the original envelope below.Once there was a boy named James and James had a mom. James mom told him to go in to town and sell the cow. On the way he meant a person. The person asked James if he could buy the cow. For some beans James said

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Akureyn in the northern part of IcelandBusy port cityPeaceful countryside farmsGlaciers melting adds to the many waterfallsWaterfalls everywhere, reminded me of Norway's sceneryThere are many small farms with sheep, horses, milk cows and horses

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On our way north to visit family for Thanksgiving, we took the long way-not driving on the I-I5 freeway.Driving through my old home town of Milford, Utah there are now giant windmills generating power north of town. An interesting sight and use of this otherwise barren desert area.It took an extra hour of driving time, but was worth itto recall past events and places I lived as a young girl in

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Been too busy playing with grandkids and visiting with family to blog plus my laptop needed some repairs. The CD-DVD player wouldn't work, so I brought it to my son's Daniel for repairs. He took it apart and put it back together and it works-MAGIC. He also cooked Thanksgiving dinner with help from his wife Tina and the kids: James, Nathan, Heather and Emilee. They are raising some good potato

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Holidays like Christmas can bring out the greed as you contemplate what you’d want for presents this year. If instead your focus is on helping those less fortunate than yourself: i.e. the homeless, unemployed or sufferers from medical illnesses, perhaps we’d discover the principle of gratitude. (Photo of my four stepdaughters when they came to help celebrate their dad's 65th birthday.)Raised in

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Looking for some photos of Iceland that I haven't posted before and I have 2000 to sort through. I realized I had not published any of the Hosfos exhibit of Icelanders who immigrated to North Dakota. In my narrow view I didn't realize that Icelanders had immigrated to other places than Utah and for other reasons than a religious conversion. They came to many parts of North America: North Dakota,

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City of Reykjavik, Iceland from Vidney IslandWell, the camera club I belong to locally has acquired a fancy expensive ink jet printer to make prints of our photos. It's about time I try printing out some of my Icelandic shots to make an arrangement on our bedroom wall. I copied several photo files onto my thumb drive or memory stick and took them to our club meeting the other day. One of the

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You are not truly free, if you are in debt. Some loans may be necessary for home, car or education, but with the use of credit cards it’s easy nowadays to spend more than you earn or need. What relationship does debt have with honesty? In the days before credit cards, it was difficult to rack up debt IF you didn’t have the money to pay for your purchases. There was, however, a program called

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Interesting how doors can open and opportunities multiplywhile trying to keep FOCUSED and understand PRIORITIES too.Meditation and inspiration can point the way to accomplishwhat's most NEEDFUL and will HELP others while being FUN also.Had a meeting this week with my "boss" at ZION'S WAY whereI teach some classes this year. Kay's my kind of person-opento new ideas and totally POSITIVE. I love

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At nine o’clock last night we head to our comfy bed, tired. A few minutes later we hear scratching noises coming from our bathroom ceiling vent.Wondering what that could possibly be,hubby gets up to investigate anddetermines it is "a mouse in the house."Not an unusual occurrence for this timeof year as the evenings can get downright chilly.How this creature found his way into our duct pipesis

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#1fog creeps quietlyplaying a hide ‘n seek gametil sunshine arrivesa rusting hay rakesits silently alone bya forgotten barn#3spring blossoms awaitsun’s warm caress to opennature’s miracle

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A real cowgirl poet MaureenA newcomer to our group JudyListening intently to student poetsLots of talent in this group of all agesOnce a month our poetry group has a public reading called Second Thursday at Barnes and Noble in the mall. I was in charge this month as our leader was sick. It was fun, there were about 26 people there including 15 or so teenagers who read a poem they had written.

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Just finished teaching Julia Cameron's book Artist's Way in a class I entitled FIND YOUR VOICE. It was so fun and I had a delightful class of 9 students when they all came at the same time. For the last night of class we had a healthy potluck with delicious treats: avocado dip-chips, fresh fruit and yogurt, apple cake, nuts and pears, apple juice and frosted pretzels. We talked and ate and

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This post today will be published on 11/11/11 at 11:11 am. Happy VETERANS DAY! Next year is the last year we can do this on Dec 12, 12 at 12:12. Then it's off to our teen years 2013, etc. Interesting world, time passes too rapidly. Need to enjoy each moment!Fall is definitely here with winter breathing down our necks...Note the new critter that found his way into our dry creek bed.(Click to

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How truthful are commercials? If you “ask your doctor to prescribe this pill, it will help you with…” Fill in the blank. Next comes a list all the side effects to protect the pharmaceutical company from law suits that could happen if you take this miracle pill. I don’t think I’d want to be a doctor or other medical professional dealing with the public these days. Although I suppose we’ve always

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Leslie Gallagher, a cousin twice removed or something like that wins a copy of my book Find Your Voice: Write Your Life Story. Try reading her blog. She lives in Texas with her hubby although she's a Utahan-raised in the state. I'll be having more opportunities to win other books I've written so stay tuned or you could order a copy for yourself or a Christmas gift. Just let me know in a comment

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Well I find myself once again volunteering to be newsletter editor for Heritage Writer's Guild. There's something fun about putting each issue together. After a falling out in our leadership among certain old and new members, we are regrouping and starting over with new enthusiasm. My goal in returning as newsletter editor is to built unity and be positive. It's amazing what a lot of criticism

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I got hubby to go with me to the local craft boutique with handmade items. But all I came away with was lots of ideas and some fun photos. Remind me not to go shopping again with my spouse along...lol! Well I returned and came home with a very heavy ceramic turtle for my front yard...photo coming.Ah pottery!My favorite is always pottery, but I resisted this yearClick to read about mystic

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Believe it or not, I have been blogging for FOUR years now and I love it. In fact you could say I'm ADDICTED to writing and sharing my thoughts with others. Just wish I had more readers that wanted to leave comments on my posts. If you comment on this blog in the next three days, I'll come visit your blog (if you have one) AND your name will go in a drawing for a free book of mine "Find Your

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Emails have become the major way of communicatingbetween modern adults or texting especially with teensBut what is missing is the emotional component inherentin face to face communication-the sender's body languagewhich is in turn influenced by the receiver's body language.Many miscommunications can be traced to lack of emotionswith our words. I can say "I love you" (sweetly or contemptuously)

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Lorien is growing up, almost two in December. My youngest grandchild and soon she will be joined by a brother or sister next summer! I love these photos of her and her parents that they posted on FACEBOOK. Because I live 250 miles away we don't get to visit very often so these pictures mean a lot to be able to see her growth. Go LORIEN!Mom and DadWe are a forever family!

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Also related to honesty are the values of diligence and duty or having a good work ethic-giving your best effort at your job. It was probably easier in the days of small business owners because how you ran your business reflected on the satisfaction of your customers and the success financially of your product. Be it car repair, salesmen, or plumbers, in the good old days you could trust their

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I've noticed lately that many women and men have a need to grief when their beloved companion leaves because of death (and divorce also.) One artist in the art show I saw recently expressed this in her paintings. I picked up on this emotion in my poems to go with her art. Her works were collages using metal, fabric and other materials with words written in the background. I used some of these

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What happened to October? Oh well, I've been busy traveling, attending workshops and trying to sell my books. Decided it would just be easier to give them away and less expensive by the time, I pay $50 for a 6 month ad in a magazine, $15 for a table where I only sold $20 worth of books, the economics don't make sense. I love writing but hate selling my books so...look for an opportunity soon like

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FALL ASPENS I and II Art by Janet TennesonAll poems by Lin FloydLess sunlight triggers a change in the mountainsas trees dress up in Halloween colors to parade in all their glory as we pass by.Golden aspens announce the coming of fall,a changing of the seasons ending summer.A glorious finale to the growing season,as we await the silence of winter’s chill.ANEMONES Art by Ginny NorthcuttPerennial

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DESERT COLORS Art by Janet TennesonPoems by Lin Floydmuted adobe, purple sage and green cedarsreflect the climate of this high mountain desertpink coral sand reveals blooming cactired and yellow blooms followed byprickly pear fruit to amaze oneNew Mexico, truly a land of enchantmentCACTUS BLOOMS How can a plant so strange with spinesand rough surface display such beautiful blooms?Coming in spring

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VILLAGE VOICE Art by Jennifer RasmussenPoem by Lin FloydAlone with her thoughts,the young woman pausesamid the busyness of shoppingand preparing meals for others.She ponders Who am I?How did I come to this time?Does God know me?Do I matter to anyone?She stops, but the worldaround her continues its frantic paceto fulfill its impossible responsibilities,unaware of the lonely figure.GARDENIA Art by

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I had the opportunity this past week to go with some poet friends to the Sears Art Gallery at nearby Dixie State College for their new exhibit of paintings entitled Colors of Consciousness by women artists from the Southwest. The paintings are located on the DSC campus in a quiet glass enclosed hall with peaceful music playing. I loved the experience and sharing it with my fellow poets. We each

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My grandpa Harold Vernon was a man of his word. If he told a neighbor or associate that he would do something, you could count on it. He valued his reputation and took pride in being totally honest in all his dealings. Compare that to today news headlines as employees embezzle funds daily from their workplace and feel no guilt about it at all or bank robbers see no other way of gaining money than

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Is it possible? Yes, but difficult when someone is irrationaland trying to take control of a situation or group by force.Kindness and patience can win out and not engaging the so called "enemy." It you don't take the bait-hooks, they can'ttrap you in their pity parties and guilt loads. I'm learning lotsfrom a situation or power struggle within my local writer's group.Photos from our trip to Idaho

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Some of you wondered about the cabin we looked at in Idaho recently. So I thought I'd post some photos. We found the property quite rundown because the owner had died a few years ago and his children are trying to sell the place. It needs lots of fixing. Hubby decided it was too much work to get involved with this late in our lives just to make it liveable and it is so far from where we

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What a busy weekend as I took off for a Poetry Workshop in Kanab, Utah about 1.5 hrs from home. A poet friend Marilyn and I went to the meetings and stayed overnight Friday returning after the workshop on Saturday. After all the driving and learning, I'm exhausted. Marilyn treated me a great dinner in Kanab.It was an opportunity to try to sell my books, meet new people, and make contacts on the

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Fog, mysterious fog,

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DELAYED IN TWIN FALLSby Lin FloydRoad work ahead, expect delaysI have no time for this.My life is too busy:appointments waiting, people to meet.Traffic is inching slowly along.Get out of my way. I'm in a hurry.Will I ever get to where I need to be?Does it matter to anyone but me?Time to turn off the motor and rest. Wait we're moving again.Just when I thought we'd never get going,the traffic is

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We took a quick vacation to Idaho to look at a property for sale..Nevada desert with the Ruby Mountains frosted with early snow.Sagebrush, cedar and lots of space-this is NevadaThis Great Basin desert is full of rocks alsoFascinating blue outlines of rocky mountainsAn amazing game crossing over the highwayWe're in Idaho, see the flat farmland

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When others read your life story or histories of your deceased family members, it’s easy to see what values were important to them by their daily actions and lifestyle. As I’ve reflected back on my grandparents’ accomplishments while trying to write a history to correctly portray them, it’s helped me to reflect on several basic values they held: honesty, responsibility, thriftiness, hard work,

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I've been learning new things lately as a studentin several mac computer and tutoring classes.Nothing like a one on one session to increasethe learning and interaction with a teacher.I signed up for help at Simply Mac with a tutorlearning more about I-movie and even got motivatedenough to upgrade my operating system to SnowLeopard and buy an external hard drive for backup.I'm amazed I even know

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Almost to Santa Fe as the sun sets...Love the desert landscapeColumbus day used to be on Oct 12th and the PresidentsLincoln and Washington both had their own holidayon their birthdays? Change comes by golly-It doeswith time and the passing of days, decades and centuries.We shouldn't be surprised with different customsand ideas. But I still am and was amazed at thesecolorful creative cemeteries in

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Welcome to Santa Fe-historic cityClassic architectureFront door of cathedralCatholic church is still in use todayInside the cathedral during servicesStatue salutes people of many different ethnicitiesFrontiersmen, priests, Spanish explorers and Native AmericansSanta Fe is the oldest city in the United StatesThe Santa Fe trail ended here from the midwest and started here for California taking

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It's interesting how each state has it's own distinct character or flavor, type of vegetation, rock formations, etc. Looking similar to other states yet distinctive.Leaves are beginning to turn in the New Mexico mountainsClick to enlarge and see the colors in my collage...My husband used to work at this Forest Service ranger station Now it's abandoned, empty no longer in use by anyone just

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I realize more all the time that being a photographer or at least having my camera near puts me in the mode of looking more carefully at life. Finding the beauty, wonder and uniqueness of all that surrounds me. Be it people, scenery or small things. I remember taking a water color class once and it made me so aware of the colors that are in even the dullest of landscapes as you try to reproduce

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So let’s say you are still not convinced you want to write your life story. It’s okay to just talk about your life. That’s the way that many societies pass down their values and traditions-orally. It may seem easier to ignore the fact that your life story hasn’t been written and hope that your family will be gracious in writing your obituary from memory one day, but don’t count on it.The other

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One of my favorite all time places to visit and shop or take photos is Jackalope in Santa Fe. There is a riot of colors, designs and just plain fantasy here. Click on the image to make it larger. I made this collage using Photoshop Elements. First I opened up a new file 11 X 8.5 inches. Then added the photos one by one and sized them to fit in the area where I wanted them, saving them after each

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How fun to watch my oldest son Frank who loves soccernow coaching his eight year old (behind his dad) son Hakan's team.Brings back lots of memories of having four sonswho all played soccer and now the pattern repeatswith the next generation-way to go on to the future.

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Nedret's oriental rugsMore gorgeous designer jewelryArtwork and originally designed rugs are for sale alsoNedret is responsible for the imported rugs and overall designMy dg-in-law Nedret is in business with three other artistsSanta Fe architecture is so unique

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Enjoying the Farmer's market, I've been too busy to blog...Roasting green chilesAt Saturday Farmers market with Hakan, his dad and momFun colorful blossoms for sale at the Farmer's MarketA variety of cool stuff available including foodPlus fresh produce to cook for dinnerIncluding tomatoes and squashFish, squash with tomatoes, beet and argula saladThe menfolk are ready to eat...Mediterriarian

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I love Utah's red rock highways!Looking back at Monument Valley-an exceptional photo opt!Monument Valley in Utah is a gorgeous place to take photosGraceful yet fragile lookingHandmade Indian blanket for sale, price $15,000Driving by Lake Powell is always fun and scenic

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Writing your life story now, no matter what age or stage in life you are in can bring helpful insights. Even if you are facing challenging trials: health, emotional, financial or otherwise, there’s always a silver lining…something to be grateful for: friends who listen and supportive family. Writing your life story is an opportunity to contribute to encouraging others in their journey. (Photo of

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Okay it's about time I list my priorities again.#1 My physical health-diet, exercise, etc.#2 Relationships-with family, friends and God#3 Developing talents and teaching othersNow if I look at my TIME USAGE the order goes something like this#1 TALENTS-I write many hours of every day. Probably could use use more of that time exercising.#2 RELATIONSHIPS are important to me, but family is far

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Well, that sounds impressive. Actually it's about time I learned how to use some of my old Mac software.I've had I-movie for years, but I've never used it. So, that's my latest project using someof my video clips and many photos from my Iceland trip.Wish me luck. Right now I'm working on the script!P.S. Decided to take some "one on one" tutoring classesat the Simply Mac store in town to learn how

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Peace such an elusive quality to find in our crazy worldsolitude filled with gratitude and connecting with Godcan make all the difference, knowing WHY we are hereputs purpose in daily chaos and seeking for meaningremembering the beauty of Iceland also helpsFarms in the countryside

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(Family photos from Nedret. Collage by me.)Time for a birthday collage of my beautiful daughter-in-law NedretShe could easily be a model but is instead a loving wife and mother,business woman of imported rugs, gardener, cook, and friend.We will be visiting with them soon. Fun family times ahead.

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Writing friends at League of Utah Writers Roundup conferenceIt's not easy as another school year starts,new classes starting for me as a teacher,how do I choose what to spend my time on?I keep trying to remind myself of priorities.What are they? Well I guess first on the listis my own physical condition-exercise, dietand then developing talents comes next:writing, poetry, and newsletter editor

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Congratulations, hopefully by now you have written and edited your life story and are ready to publish it. Perhaps you have leftover items you’d like to add to your history: photos that you didn’t have space for or interesting details about your ancestry. An appendix at the end of your book is a useful place for this extra information.It’s always fun to show your family tree complete with names,

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Going after what you want isn't always easyyou're bound to receive some oppositionin the form of negative little voices tryingto sabotage your best efforts. It's not easyto quiet this demons, but necessary in orderto go forward and seize new opportunities.I had a display yesterday for four hours locallypublicizing my new class "Write your life story"coming up in October. It was comfortable tojust

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