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Happy Lunar New Year! Winter can seem dark and depressing once the holidays are over. But long, dark nights can also be the source of great beauty. I went to Alaska in September and saw the Northern Lights. They were surreal and hauntingly beautiful (scroll to the bottom to see my photo). The next

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You can tell it's January in Baltimore. Hello, freezing temperatures and snow! I don't think we'll be ice skating on the Chesapeake Bay, but it is cold. I hope you've been staying safe and warm indoors enjoying some relaxing activities at home. Or, if you're like me, being at home has made you noti

What are you doing New Years Eve?

Cue the holiday music and movies! I enjoy writing holiday cards and watching holiday movies like The Holiday, Love Actually, The Last Holiday, and Die Hard. Yes, Die Hard. It takes place during the holidays, therefore it's a holiday movie. I even have an advent calendar with Hans Gruber falling fro

Thank you for being a friend

Do I love the Golden Girls? Well, yes. But I'm also glad you are in my life.  This season always gets me in a thankful mood. If you have some time this month, join me in exploring the power of gratitude and how it can positively impact your mental health. I hope it will ease some of the holiday str