Closer to the Edge

Journeys Through the Second Half of Life

  • March Books March Shows Page-A-Day-Fun Facts The Power of Herbs It is said that oregano was created by goddess Aphrodite to symbolize joy and happiness. Greek couples often wear a wreath of oregano in their hair when they marry. I put oregano in a cucumber, tomato & feta salad. I wonder if that counts? Rosemary… Read more

  • When I made the decision to move to Colorado I had thoughts in my head about what it might be like. I anticipated amazing scenery. I anticipated harsh winters and hot summers. The scenery has checked all the boxes. The weather however is nothing like I thought it would be but of course Colorado is… Read more

  • Not going to lie- the first few weeks I thought my daughter was totally crazy for choosing a former mill dog rescue, and yes she reads this blog so I am offering up an apology here and now: Cara, I apologize. I know you had specific reasons for choosing this option. The changes in sweet… Read more

  • A few days early but who’s counting… February Books February Shows / Movies *February Learning Open University: Registered for their Neurodiversity Hub, a series of online lectures/courses providing education specific to autism and ADHD. Pouring over various online resources from the National Mill Dog Rescue organization on how to re-home and train a former &… Read more

  • Over A Long Weekend…

    Cleaning and re-arranging things. Of course cleaning, even though I’m only one person down here, seems to be something that never quite goes away. It’s mostly swiffering and vacuuming but still- I’ve needed to move a few things (actually hide a few things) so that if Bianca comes down she isn’t tempted. Speaking of- We’ve… Read more

  • Adding To The Family

    I’d like to introduce Bianca! She’s a 6 year old Bishon rescue. She has been in a foster home but before that she was a breeding female in a puppy mill. I don’t know much yet. She’s friendly but very hyper trying to figure out her new home so after meeting her I’ve retreated to… Read more

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