The end of 2022 comes into clear view   What a year it has been. Here are a few thoughts from the Maine Old Cemetary Association Newsletter for the end of 2022: “What I want is so simple I almost can’t say it: elementary kindness.” – Barbara...

A Cold Embrace as Winter Settles Upon Us The winter cold settles over me like a heavy cloak. My new home on the Maine coast is not nearly as warm as the apartment I called home for the past 7 winters. I knew this adjustment would need to be made...

Only a Few Weeks Until the Winter Solstice There is no denying that cold weather has arrived and we we are moving quickly toward the winter holidays. Regardless of what or how you celebrate, those celebrations are upon us. Each year, the Holidays...

The Holidays Have Arrived I hope that you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family, friends, or even on your own. Regardless of your particular circumstances, we each have much to be grateful for. Between food in our cupboards, running water,...

As the Sun enters Sagittarius (Tuesday) we enter Holiday Party Season It is fun to think about how each holiday throughout the year resonates with the sign the sun is passing through at that time. Thanksgiving Day asks that we express gratitude as...

The story will become clear in the coming days The US elections are past. At the time of writing, we don't have the complete story but things are becoming clearer day by day. Sometimes our politics feel much like the 'Choose Your Own Adventure'...