My husband told me today I have too many books. I’m really confused, because I’m pretty sure there’s no such thing as too many books.
International “Live Green” Day
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, the day they say the world is Irish. It’s my feast day, since my birth name is Patricia. Although, my celebration is a little off-kilter what most people think when they celebrate today.
Stay Calm and Clean Naturally
There are days when I truly appreciate living on a small community island. Today was definitely one of those days. The local library hosted a wonderful workshop this afternoon on Do-It-Yourself Cleaning Products, a topic right up my alley. Living in the Pacific Northwest, in the Puget Sound, I am very aware of chemicals I…
A Positive Spin on Lent
No, not LINT. LENT. Today is Mardi Gras. Fat Tuesday. Also known in England and Ireland (and probably all of Europe) as Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Day. Worldwide, people celebrate today by stuffing our faces with a ridiculous amount of food (and sometimes alcohol), because tomorrow is International Catholic Extreme Restriction for 40 Days.
The Issue With CrossFit
Before the angry CrossFit cult (WE’RE NOT A CULT!) comes to get me, let me start with a couple positives.
Love Thy Enemy
I am by no means a religious person (much to the dismay of some members of my family). But while visiting my family I usually go to church with them. I’m supportive of their devotion. It’s where they find happiness. I want to spend time with my parents. Going to church is one of those…
Honoring Steve Irwin
He was one of the great conservationists of modern times. Bringing enthusiasm for wildlife and conservation to millions of people worldwide. We called him the Crocodile Hunter. But really he was the Crocodile Warrior. It wasn’t just crocodiles. Steve Irwin loved all animals. The only thing he loved more than animals and his family was…
For the Love…of Pollinators
I’ve had two super late nights in the past week, and while I certainly don’t like to make a habit of it, it was for another great cause. Chris and I didn’t really celebrate Valentine’s Day on Thursday. There was this whole snow storm thing, and our reluctance to ever leave the home thing. But…
Divest From Climate Change, Invest in the Future of the Planet
I just came back from a meeting of Climate Friends on Whidbey. There is a planned protest at Chase bank for February 16th, and I agreed to help them with it. Unfortunately, I can’t go to the protest in person, but I helped in other ways.
Daily Burn
I think I may have fried my brain, because I was trying to come up with a clever title, and everything witty is escaping me. For the past month, I have been giving Daily Burn, an online workout program, an honest try.