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big game meal prep

... and hot. This morning was rather cold so I turned on the portable heater. This afternoon it was so hot I turned on the AC. Which means I went from a sweater & fuzzy socks to a tank top & shorts.

... already thinking about some warm and cozy meals to make. I'm thinking of soups, stews, chili, and roasting chicken and potatoes in the oven. This will warm the house and keep us well fed and warm.

... visit. They have a tree that was filled with lemons. They are quite juicy. So far we've made lemonade twice. We're looking for ideas with what else to do with Meyer Lemons. Health remedies or food.

... you've worked all these years to curate is the you that you've always wanted?

... change will come none the less. Whether you want it to or not. So it is best to embrace change to make the most of what is possible. You never know what could be waiting for you to make a change.

... world is a bit nuts right now...but then again when aren't things "extra" these days? Regardless, I am making sure to enjoy this time of the year with family and friends. How about you?

Are your old journal entries entertaining?

To journal is to be bold no matter the unknown consequences.

Hemp, bamboo, and stones are alternative paper sources

What's your journal size preference?

When it comes to privacy is a digital journal worth the risk?

Spiral notebooks are like an old friend

Is journaling like creating a library collection of yourself?

Giving thanks and recognizing the wonderful things in life

When things seem overly complicated, it's probably much easier than you think.

Do you doodle in your journals?

Personal words and private thoughts should be kept that way.

The journaling paradox

In a busy world, taking the time to journal is one way to care for yourself