by Norma Thatcher | Jul 13, 2019 | Inspirational, Spiritual
As noted in last Tuesday’s post, so many lessons came to me as I sat on my porch in the early morning that I needed to turn the idea into a two-part post. And again, these are my photos, not professional ones. The Hellebore, better known as a Lenten Rose, blooms...
by Norma Thatcher | Jul 9, 2019 | Inspirational, Spiritual
This time of year I enjoy rising early to prepare a simple breakfast that gets transported on an old hammered-silver tray to my front porch. The peaceful morning is a perfect setting for considering what lessons are offered up to me from the garden and surroundings....
by Norma Thatcher | Jun 26, 2019 | Inspirational, Love, Spiritual, Thought provoking
I want you to label your friends. No, not in a bad way. Take some time and think deeply about your core group of friends and pose this test to yourself: Identify the aspects that each good friend possesses that prompts you to hold them close to your heart. Ponder this...
by Norma Thatcher | May 21, 2019 | Inspirational, Interesting information, Love, Spiritual, Thought provoking
To paraphrase a favorite line of poetry, “Even after all this time, I can still hear the sounds of him not being here.” When a family member, a favorite someone, or even a beloved pet dies we remember him or her in countless ways. Many people believe that sight is the...
by Norma Thatcher | May 4, 2019 | Interesting information, Love, Spiritual
What wedding gift did you last purchase? According to TheKnot.com, here are a few of the gifts most wanted by newlyweds today. (Personal aside: I’m thinking the brides had at least a 95% say in the gift choices.) Williams-Sonoma Glass Bowl Set, Calphalon Classic...
by Norma Thatcher | Apr 27, 2019 | Inspirational, Spiritual, Words
One of my favorite wall calendars of all time featured photos of some of the stained glass works of Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848–1933). As Macklow Gallery eloquently states on their website, Tiffany “forged a unique style that combined superb craftsmanship with a love...
