A Mindset of Thanksgiving

Cliche, perhaps, but it is true. The mindset of thanksgiving should be our daily mindset. Thanksgiving: The expression of gratitude. Too often we get distracted by the things in this life that doesn’t matter. We are looking for more, neglecting to recognize what we already have. Who is to blame for us losing this mindset of thanksgiving?…

Halloween Images, Published Past Posts

Starting last year I’ve been creating posts to highlight my perspective on the holiday season. I’ve grouped these into the category of ‘Holiday in the Aisle’. These posts are featured on my other blog, heather-anne.com. I’ve covered a variety of holidays. In honor of this time of year and the focus on all things ‘scary,’…

For your Listen – The Good Be Tanyas

Recently I saw the Good Be Tanyas, they played a show at Seattle venue, Triple Door this past Friday, October 14th. Seated in the front row, I got a first hand look at pure talent that this band has.  Band member Sam Parton was in a car accident over Labor Day, she is currently recovering. Listening…

Hometown pride :The Solanco Fair

The Solanco Fair is an event that I attended since I can remember. Members of my extended family would join my family to sit out on our front lawn and take in the festivities. As time progressed, I lost my interest in attending the fair activities; watching the parade from the living room window of…

Simplicity of Summer

As it nears the end of August it means the end of Summer is drawing near.  I type this with a big sigh of relieve. I wish what they said was true, “Seattle only gets one week of Summer.”  This statement is false, yes false. I’ve come to believe that Seattle locals tell outsiders this…