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Easter Eggs

Cynthia L. Eppley 04/02/2021 Easter and Eggs It is that time of year where Easter eggs are being dyed. Sure, there are the plastic ones that get reused every year.There are Ukrainian eggs that are lovingly and meticulously painted.But dying Easter eggs the old fashioned way? It is a classic rite of childhood. And parentsContinue reading “Easter Eggs”

Fully Known

Cynthia L. Eppley 03/24/2021 I didn’t recognize her at first. She was geared up with a heavy coat, hood up, and masked. We spoke briefly about the cold weather and then she turned to walk away.Something resonated within me: her gait. And then it clicked: her voice!It was Nancy! I had not seen her forContinue reading “Fully Known”

A Year Anniversary of Covid

Cynthia L. Eppley, MA March 13, 2021 Milestones Important dates and times are etched into our minds. Usually it revolves around a crisis of some sort: Where were you when JFK was shot?Where were you when 9/11 happened?Where were you when everything shut down on March 12, 2020? It is fitting that as we haveContinue reading “A Year Anniversary of Covid”

Snowmelt

Cynthia L. Eppley 03/09/2021 Slip Sliding Away Many of you know that we have a dog, Ella. And Ella needs walked about 4 times each day. I’ve noticed several things on my most recent walks, as they have been complicated by snow and ice. Snowmelt The snow is beautiful, isn’t it?But it begins toContinue reading “Snowmelt”

Valentine’s Legacy

Cynthia L. Eppley 03/01/2021 I know Valentine’s is past; but it was only last week. I’m a bit behind in blogging with still recovering from Covid. But the heart and the mind are still active with topics! Valentine’s To be honest, I’ve never had a Valentine’s tree. I started a small kitchen tree—you know, theContinue reading “Valentine’s Legacy”

Chicken Soup for the Soul

Cynthia L. Eppley 02/11/2021 This has been a tough year, a tough season.I haven’t written about it, but now seems the appropriate time.In the Fall, I was admitted to the hospital with pneumonia and at least 4 Pulmonary Emboli. It took until December to recover.Bob’s sister died of Covid in January. (The Dawn of 2021:Continue reading “Chicken Soup for the Soul”

Emotional Exhaustion

Cynthia L. Eppley 01/16/2021 One of the reasons I partake in Social Media is to put my finger on the pulse of our culture. At least, part of it.So when counselor Esther Lee posted this on Jan 13, I took notice:“I’m sure so many of us can relate to this. It’s time to readjust expectationsContinue reading “Emotional Exhaustion”

The Dawn of 2021: Every Moment Counts

Cynthia L. Eppley 01/03/2021 New Beginnings? It is the third day of 2021. But this isn’t just any year.This is the end of 2020.We all anticipated it so much didn’t we?We are weary of Covid, Pandemics, illness, and death. We are all looking toward a new year and new beginnings. New Year Resolutions And then there isContinue reading “The Dawn of 2021: Every Moment Counts”

Covid Calamities and 2020

Cynthia L. Eppley 12/27/2020 I’ve seen several places where 2020 has been described as “A Dumpster Fire of a year.” Or “I’ll be so glad to finish 2020!” or “Good Riddance!”It has been a hard year for so many. Trials and Temptations Covid has been a national, no an International scourge.Small business owners have been on theContinue reading “Covid Calamities and 2020”

Christmas Traditions

Cynthia L. Eppley 12/24/2020 “I’ll be home for Christmas” takes on new meaning this year, doesn’t it? One in California, one in Spain. And Covid Separations.Though far apart, what are the traditions that bind us together? Cookies Cookies take on a historic significance don’t they? We tend to love what we were raised with; andContinue reading “Christmas Traditions”