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What Became of the Stack?

What Became of the Stack?

Six months ago, I posted from the depths of a crazy long to-read list. When the pile of books gets that high, what happens? Here’s what went down.

Project Files: Arenite Shorts 2.0

Project Files: Arenite Shorts 2.0

I made this pair of Arenite shorts not long after I got back from the Cayman Islands. I wore my first pair nearly every day of the trip, and I was looking forward to trying out some mods for the second pair.

The Chaplain has shared a piece of wisdom from Tobago, “More haste, less speed.” I often think of it when I’m sewing. With so much going on at my house, it often feels like if I don’t rush, I will never finish.

A Little Meditation

A Little Meditation

It was late in the day and I had just given myself permission not to do an evening meditation when Three knocked at my door.

She asked if we could do a meditation together.

Cayman Islands Trip: Part III

Cayman Islands Trip: Part III

After a few days on Grand Cayman, I was starting to get a feel for the place. It was very civilized, but it felt a bit forced. I’d seen only one other interracial couple since we’d been there. Portraits of the Queen and Prince Charles hung at the airport. I’d made a joke about tea time one day only to have one of the Chaplain’s friends casually mention meeting someone for tea the next day.

When Dreams Come True After You’ve Given Up: The Backyard

When Dreams Come True After You’ve Given Up: The Backyard

This past spring, I posted about our forlorn backyard. The space was characterized by packed dirt and scattered scrap metal. It was well into spring, I thought. I was sure that was as good as it got.