I am not a tool-handy gal. I am doing well to even know what the tool does much less what it is or how to use it. But, I want to tackle the shed. One side of the shed was used by the original owner for his business. He has a drafting desk in there … Continue reading The Shed →

When Ed was alive, he claimed the outside of the house for himself. Oh, I could get a small amount of space for a flower garden, but the rest was all for him. Well, now it is all mine. Last year, while actively grieving, I put plants in the ground for vegetable garden, but I … Continue reading The outside →

Gardening: I attended a organic pest control talk and learned about several different pests and the way to control them. Overwhelming to say the least! These were experienced gardeners who had gardens in progress. Me? I hadn't even prepared the soil, much less decided what vegetables to plant! I came away with some knowledge, though. I … Continue reading Status of self-discovery (2019) →

A. Photography. I have multiple cameras...all of them old. Photography now is more digital, so finding film and getting it developed might be a bit of challenge. Determine whether the cameras work. Find appropriate film. Determine where to develop film. Take pictures. B. Languages. I have CDs for French, Italian, and Spanish. I have language … Continue reading Things I would like to learn →

I have started on a new adventure. Sounds like fun, doesn't it?  When I usually think of adventuring, I think of going out exploring. Well, this fits the bill, but I am staying home. I have decided to try being a host for AirBnB. Now, this is an adventure because it is something I have … Continue reading New adventures →

The most important part of health, in my way of thinking, is my attitude and thoughts. If I have a positive, hopeful outlook on life, then even the troubles and obstacles that come along won't hit me quite as hard.  At least that has been my experience, so far. Like everyone else, I am subject … Continue reading Finding my way to health →

My blog is called Feathers of My Mind, because like bird feathers which appear at random intervals in my life, so are my thoughts and dreams and hopes.  Gently floating into my life...sometimes scattering in the breeze, but there when I take time to notice. Lately I have been noting a change in my energy … Continue reading Like feathers…change floats by →

I find that I am feeling good about me. I am trying a new volunteer opportunity: Call for Action. It will allow me to use my problem-solving skills and to help others. I have made decisions about the various groups that I am a part of,  choosing to keep those that I enjoy, stop attending … Continue reading Feeling good →

I am still struggling to find ways to make my income match my needs. My debt is basically credit cards, which I tend to use for Roxie's care (vet, grooming, treats/food). About half of that debt is at 0% interest. I have stopped the lawn care service and decided to buy Scotts products to apply … Continue reading Budget…plans…to dos →

What follows is a quote from When Mourning Comes by William B. Silverman and Kenneth M. Cinnamon. The Scratch on the Diamond "A king once owned a large, beautiful, pure diamond of which he was justly proud, for it had no equal anywhere. One day, the diamond accidentally sustained a deep scratch. The king called … Continue reading from an introduction →