Sharing my journey to an intentional life

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  • Predestination?

    It would be impossible to say exactly what brought me to this particular place and time. It’s a moment that was made when I breathed my first breath. Had that been a minute sooner or a minute later, things might be very different. Causality and pre-existing conditions aside, was I…

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  • Russian Olive Tree

    Russian Olive Tree

    The Russian Olive tree in our side yard is taller than our two story house. We have one Russian Olive tree in our side yard.…

  • Statement Jewelry

    Statement Jewelry

    I rediscovered this necklace that was a collaboration between me and Bernd. He conceived and executed the pendant and I made the necklace from which…

  • Irises

    Irises

    Here in Wyoming, spring comes a little later. So, how do you know when it’s finally spring? When your irises bloom! Quote courtesy of Southern…

  • Etsy Today

    Etsy Today

    In the beginning, Etsy was an online shop where you could find genuinely handmade items. Many of them were one-of-a-kind. My husband and I still…

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.