music and memories on the trail
Read moreSimple Ways to Add Beauty to Your Life
Most of us have felt like we are moving through a thick, gray fog. We drift along, our heads down, surrounded by dullness. But then…
Read moreHappy Anniversary!
The sun peeked out from behind a tree early one morning on my walk.
Everything was ready when the doorbell rang. My heart leapt. It was time…
Read moreNot Perfect, Just Right
As you may know, I’m celebrating the one-year anniversary of Glimsen this week. And if you’ve been around for a while, you probably aren’t surprised to see that chocolate was involved.
Our family’s schedule this summer has been unusually crazy, and...
Read moreLooking Back on One Year of Glimsen
Glimsen. A Glimpse | A Glimmer | of Beauty
Tomorrow is my one-year blog anniversary. This past year, I’ve written about beauty of all types—in nature, the arts, and the unexpected. You’ve responded by sharing my posts on Facebook, liking and commenting on Instagram, and leaving comments on the blog itself. Here are a few of your comments:
Read moreThe Jar of Clay
Looking out the restaurant’s large window, I gazed at Main Street below. The street in this mountain town, Highlands, NC, which would be teeming with tourists in a few months during peak season, was now deserted on this chilly day. Inside was warm but almost empty...
Read moreHow to Add More Beauty to Your Life
Q: I feel like I’m moving through a dull, gray fog. How can I add more beauty to my life?
A: My life has been dull and gray at times, too--almost lifeless. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
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