With time, and saliva, the ant will devour the elephant.” —Ancient Chinese proverb I spent the first half of my life between forty and seventy pounds overweight. I’ve never told anyone this before, but most nights before I went to sleep, I would lie in…
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Volunteering Matters: Apshawa Preserve for NJCF
Preface: Volunteering Matters is an ongoing series. In this series, I share photographs & thoughts regarding my favourite volunteer projects. Volunteering is an important part of my life. I’m always looking for ways to volunteer my time & energy to good causes. Because I am…
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Carousel—07.16.10
Every Friday, I post my favourite links, posts, & resources from around the Web. Expect to learn, grow, & be inspired. – – – – – – – – – 1. confidence vs. blind faith: rock ‘em both: Here on the East Coast, it’s bathing…
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Conservation & Zoology
Our task must be to free ourselves by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its beauty. —Albert Einstein For as long as I can remember, I have absolutely loved to visit zoos & aquariums. My…
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Fence Tape & Cow Brains
Last week this short, but brilliant post appeared at Exile Lifestyle. I’m thrilled that Colin has allowed me to share it with my readers here. Enjoy! There’s an interesting practice in the cattle industry on the North Island of New Zealand that allows for easy…
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Trading Cash for Experience: Mt. Fuji Restaurant
Preface: I’m not a fan of money, spending money, or obtaining material possessions. In my life, I practice minimalism whenever possible. My opinions about money & possessions are largely shaped by my financial history (which you can read more about in previous posts). Despite the…
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Carousel—07.03.10
Every Friday, I post my favourite links, posts, & resources from around the Web. Expect to learn, grow, & be inspired. – – – – – – – – – 1. Secret Secret Garden Party: My friend Julie has an amazing baking blog. She shares…
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Review: Penelope & 3 Tips to Build Confidence
My return flight from Columbus to Newark is delayed 4 hours. Lucky for me I have my laptop & the Columbus airport has free wireless. MacBook + Wireless + Netflix on Demand = a very happy Dena. 😉 I decided to watch Penelope because I’ve…