Where do I begin? I've said in the past that I began crafting as a way to relieve mental stress and physical stress due to my disabilities. I would have a couple days per month where I may feel okay. This gave me the opportunity to dabble into my creativity. I tried canvas painting, body … Continue reading What I Have Learned As An Artisan Thus Far
Roaring Runs Falls & Shenandoah National Park – Our Sunday Trip
Our Sunday TripThis morning we were up before the sun! 6:30 am, EST. It was a “force our butts out of bed day”. We were determined to not sleep the day away, nor to get a late start. Typically, on our “mini” or “adventure” days, we do not even get out of the apartment until … Continue reading Roaring Runs Falls & Shenandoah National Park – Our Sunday Trip
Cicadas- Liam’s Cicada Experience
Liam's Cicada Experience On yesterday's nature walk, Liam and I heard the loudest sound above us. Liam says, "Nana, look up, that little bird has something and it is hurting it." Bam, a cicada comes crashing to the ground and it is screaming. Liam has the idea he can save it. He always wants to … Continue reading Cicadas- Liam’s Cicada Experience
Little Journeys Beginning With Fall
Small Adventures
Communication and Comprehension
Are you listening with the intent to understand? Did you understand what was said or not? That’s comprehension! Communication is sending information or a message from one person/ group to another. Communication could involve our emotions, locations, instructions, etc. There are four main types of communication: Verbal, non-verbal, visual, and written. Without comprehension, communication is … Continue reading Communication and Comprehension
Shenandoah National Park – A Brief Day Get Away
We love the mountains, nature, fresh air, and solitude. This week was the first chance in a long while that we were able to get out and take a much needed ride to Shenandoah National Park, really enjoy the weather, and not rush. During our ride, we did not hike, the humidity was too high, … Continue reading Shenandoah National Park – A Brief Day Get Away
#NEWYOU
#NEWYOU The #NEWYOU, what does that mean? For me, there are several things which I have discovered about myself during this entire COVID-19 PANDEMIC. Let’s begin with the first thing I’m an introvert at heart, typically, until I’m unwound, then I’m completely unhinged and passionate. I never realized this was considered to be “uptight”, until … Continue reading #NEWYOU
Simply Nature
When I take a walk, I always look beyond the broken glass and the overgrown grass. It’s inspiring to see shades of greens, pinks, and blues. Hues of purples in the rhododendrons and yellows in the buttercups too. I love quotes that are so fitting In every walk in with nature one receives far more … Continue reading Simply Nature
Canterbury Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Canterbury Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center was one of the first “centers” in the Henrico/Richmond, Virginia area to see firsthand the devastation of COVID-19. Conveniently located only minutes from many of Central Virginia’s major medical centers, our 190-bed center offer a comprehensive continuum of specialized care including inpatient and outpatient therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation, wound care and … Continue reading Canterbury Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center