Sharing my journey to an intentional life

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  • The Way it Was … an Opinion Piece

    Today, I read a large part of a speech by the prime minister of Canada. He used a lot of rhetoric and jingoism but he said a lot that was worthy of note. It brought to a head something that must have been simmering inside of me for some time…

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  • “Later” by Stephen King

    “Later” by Stephen King

    Quite a few years ago now, I decided to see what all the hullabaloo was about Stephen King and his novels. I read quite a…

  • Always Learning Something New

    Always Learning Something New

    Something like 22 years ago, I learned a very basic technique for turning a cabochon, or marble, or just a rock out of the yard…

  • Higher States of Consciousness

    Higher States of Consciousness

    Years ago, I mean really years ago, when I was a teenager, I had an experience that was mind bending. I’ve never used any kind…

  • Senyru 14.2

    Senyru 14.2

    Trees give the wind a voice Soft whispers of pine needles Roaring through poplars Images courtesy of Shutterstock and TRVST, respectively.

About Me
Getting outdoors. One of my favorite things

I’m Dianne, the creator and author of this blog. I started blogging in order to promote my novels. But I discovered I really enjoy reaching out to the world through my blog. I’m curious and I seek answers to all sorts of things. Writing about what interests me helps me to explore the world and all the people in it. I especially enjoy the comments from readers and how they illuminate the topics under discussion.