September 15, 2026

A new use of smooth

Smooth is a good word. Apply it to life in general, the textures we create in our daily lives can turn a rocky slope into a lush grassy low incline. 

In the beginning of a new year, some folks select a word for the year. 

I think I did. I just don’t remember what my word is. I can read posts from that area to find my word. I don’t  want to do that because I have a new word for this season of chilly air of soup and socks. 

Smooth. I want the last months of 2026 to feel smooth, no major illness, no mishaps, just normal stuff that settles into a smooth surface. For that to happen, I need to do three simple things.

  1. Shred old papers; clear out notebooks of idea notes, plans; and, donate looseleaf notebooks.
  2. Cull clothes, focusing not on what I like, but on what I actually wear.
  3. Box up books for the transfer station that thrifts and libraries don’t want anymore. 
When those 3 tasks are complete, the down sizing of stuff will create a sense of freedom. And smooth does go well with freedom. 

What will make your life smoother?

Hay 


September 14, 2026

One More Week of Summer

If you are still waiting for that 90°F weather report, then you are not alone. I keep thinking about the last hurrah of summer that usually shows up in early October. For now, it feels that summer has left without me. 













September 13, 2026

Making the most of autumn

Going out to look at the beautiful foliage is not enough to make the most of the autumn season. Here are some ideas to fill up those chilly days of pumpkins and hot apple cider.

  • Foliage tours-Have a few routes to check out for the countryside and city. A tree lined street in fall can be as beautiful as a mountain of golden maple trees. Make a day of it
  • Apples-List area pick your own, tours, and festivals on farms as well as orchards for visits each week
  • Diners-A local diner can have a warm community vibe that autumn enhances
  • Art-Check out a local newspaper event calendar for craft fairs, festivals and season based events
  • Photography-Write down places where morning light and the golden hour in the afternoon are the most beautiful. Visit those places to take photos throughout the season
  • Homemade Tours-Select an excursion theme like pumpkin buying, best apple crisp, best apple cider donuts, best diner. Then set your route, travel, keep notes, and make a scrapbook of your adventure







September 12, 2026

Day 255 Week 37 September 2026

As the September days glide by, the sound of geese flying over on their way south is expected. It is an event that has a vibe the world is on time with nature as it is meant to be. 

As long as I don’t read or watch the news, life can almost feel that normal. Yesterday, a hallowed day in America’s history, I felt that barrier weaken. I felt a need to watch and read the news. 

Being voters is more important today than, I believe, ever before in our history. 

Compassion and care for America depends on being informed. 

Have a Caring Weekend

Read the news
Have a baked potato deluxe
Find a new to you recipe
Browse slippers online
 Tell an apple a funny story
Have a hot chocolate
Go to a yard sale
Call a friend

Canada Geese



September 11, 2026