The beginning of a new year typically is a time to reflect on the past year and its lessons and to look forward to the year ahead. It is a time when many make resolutions and set plans and priorities … Continued
In this season of Thanksgiving and gratitude, we pause to give thanks for the many blessings that we enjoy. While there is much that may come to mind when we think of what we are grateful for (such as family, … Continued
Fall is officially here! In the northern hemisphere, fall is the season when the weather gets cooler, days get shorter and nights longer, deciduous trees shed their leaves, animals are busy gathering and storing food for winter, and farmers harvest … Continued
Our world today seems to be turned upside down with unprecedented challenges that include a resurgence of the COVID19 virus and its variants, the devastating and widespread effects of climate change, and social and political unrest at home and abroad. … Continued
Backyard barbecues, outings on the lake, community parades and fireworks displays, beach trips, and poolside gatherings are just a few of the summer activities that may come to mind when you think of ways you would like to spend your summer.
Summer is fast approaching! After months of experiencing life through the lens of a pandemic, we can finally begin to emerge from our small protective social bubbles and re-connect with our larger thriving community. We can almost hear a collective … Continued
On April 22 communities around the world celebrate Earth Day. Celebrated every year since 1970, Earth Day reminds us of how precious and fragile our planet is and how important it is to protect it every day. This year’s theme, … Continued
Spring is here! Its arrival on March 20 here in the northern hemisphere was a heralded and welcomed event. We needed the promises of spring for renewal, for rebirth, and awakening after a very long and challenging past year.
February is the month when our attention turns to love, romance, and relationships, culminating with the celebration of St. Valentine’s Day on February 14. On that day we traditionally honor those we love with cards, flowers, sweet treats, or other … Continued
Though still in the midst of challenges and uncertainties that include the devastating consequences of a global pandemic and looming climate crisis, we are living in an auspicious time as we move into the year 2021. We can see glimmers … Continued