Author Archives: The Retiring Sort

Think Pink (Even if it’s not your favorite color…)

Posted on October 16, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

When I was about nine, my mother decorated my room in pink and white.  I had striped café curtains with canopy valances, pink walls and bedspreads, and a white desk and trim.  I’m not at all sure why she picked … Continue reading →

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New England On Display – The Eastern States Exposition

Posted on October 13, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

We moved back to New England about twelve years ago, and every year, we’ve talked about going to the “Big E” – the Eastern States Exhibition. It’s like a State Fair times six. For two weeks in September, the town … Continue reading →

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Verrrry Interesting – Specialty Blogging Awards

Posted on October 13, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

My Dad always quoted the old proverb, “If a thing is worth doing, it’s worth doing well.”   So that’s my excuse.   I’ve received a few very nice specialized award nominations recently, and have been taking my sweet time to … Continue reading →

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So Big!

Posted on October 13, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

We played a game with our children and grandchildren to get them to put their hands in the air when it was time to take off a shirt for bath time, or put on pajamas for bed. How big are … Continue reading →

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Happy Days – Happy Memories

Posted on October 9, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

We had a great weekend.  A friend from Hawaii arrived last Thursday evening and left Monday – and in between we packed in a lot of happy New England moments. I love the Fall, and we did all our favorite … Continue reading →

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Animal Kingdom – It’s Everywhere

Posted on October 9, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

Our friend Ailsa pointed out that last Thursday, October 4th, was World Animal Day.  This got me thinking about the different levels of freedom and autonomy that animals have in our world. There are places where they are wild, but … Continue reading →

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