Monthly Archives: January 2013

Soon – Snow, Too Soon

Posted on January 10, 2013 by TommiaW

These aren’t the trees bent over the road now But give it time, Winter’s building up and how. Today’s just a dusting, with that I’m just fine. Long gone are the days of 32 flavors of snow to dine.

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1984 Clouds

Posted on January 9, 2013 by TommiaW

Trapped in a room that is neither dark nor light, A room completely devoid of sound and sight. Like a stormy sky’s clouds drifting apart, Describes the status of my heart. To lose the Word, the Good Shepherd’s love serene; … Continue reading →

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This Learner’s List

Posted on January 8, 2013 by TommiaW

The writing prompt today was wonderful yet limited. Tell us about a teacher who had a real impact on your life, either for the better or the worse. How is your life different today because of him or her? Select … Continue reading →

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Monday Meandering

Posted on January 7, 2013 by TommiaW

“One out of four people in this country is mentally unbalanced. Think of your three closes friends; if they seem OK, then you’re the one.” ~ Ann Landers I’ll have to agree with Ann about that one, no matter what state … Continue reading →

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Sunday Snapshot

Posted on January 6, 2013 by TommiaW

In keeping with this weekend’s ‘water’s edge’ theme, I present to you ‘Gnome by the Water.’ My friend Sheri has a fantastic scene welcoming her and she kindly let me take the shot after a day of crafty activities.

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Saturday Snapshot

Posted on January 5, 2013 by TommiaW

Combing through the ‘archives’ – this was a shot from a few months back – if your vision is sharp, you’ll see the ‘sailor’ just off the water’s edge.

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Friday Ficlet: Up in Smoke

Posted on January 4, 2013 by TommiaW

This Friday Ficlet was inspired by a couple of challenges: the Daily Prompt: Quote Me and the Writing Prompt: These Four Walls. The quote is one I’ve heard from a young age, one that seems so true no matter who makes up … Continue reading →

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Fun Finds Friday

Posted on January 4, 2013 by TommiaW

There are some songs that sound fresh when a new spin is applied, such is the case with the Munsters Theme Song, a fun a capella version of another favorite, like Linus and Lucy, or indulgence such as  the 31 … Continue reading →

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Small Hopes

Posted on January 3, 2013 by TommiaW

I have a habit of supporting various causes with raffle tickets. To date, I’ve purchased enough tickets that, had I only redirected the coin collection/cash, I might have had enough to buy material to make a couple of quilts. But … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Wanderings

Posted on January 2, 2013 by TommiaW

The first day of the year was spent watching the parade (well, channel-hopping to hear various takes on the same parade), listening to odd solutions to hangovers (granted, I would think most folks would do what they could to ‘avoid … Continue reading →

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