Monthly Archives: September 2012

“Action Alleviates Anxiety”

Posted on September 25, 2012 by SpruceKnob

I came across this excerpt in an ad promoting inspirational books.  It mirrors my own thoughts and actions.  These days, the tension builds in my neck and shoulders.  At other times it has been in my lower back or stomach … Continue reading →

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The Etiquette of Rejection

Posted on September 21, 2012 by SpruceKnob

When I was on the other side of the hiring fence, wading through virtual stacks of cover letters and resumes, I made a point of communicating as quickly and clearly as possible with the poor souls waiting to hear about … Continue reading →

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Black-Eyed Susans

Posted on September 19, 2012 by SpruceKnob

    I recently put a notice on our online community bulletin board, offering clumps of black-eyed susans and other plants that I was dividing and thinning.  Over the following days (and weeks), various folks arranged to come by to … Continue reading →

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Reading in Bed

Posted on September 18, 2012 by SpruceKnob

The alarm goes off at 5:45, and J. gets up.  It still seems strange that I don’t have to drag myself out, doing my morning yoga while he uses the bathroom.  Instead, I roll over and doze off.  Later, he … Continue reading →

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The Chipmunks Ate My Currants

Posted on September 17, 2012 by SpruceKnob

Taste of Summer Stolen The chipmunks ate my currants Sneaking round the bush in furtive hops. Only empty stems remain. No crimson jelly made for winter days, I must look elsewhere for solace.  

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