Motivating Monday – Out of Oia

Motivating Monday – Out of Oia

Some places are just unforgettable, like Oia on the island of Santorini. The stucco buildings perched on the steep slopes. The only transportation through the “streets” is by foot. They are really just sidewalks and stairways. It was simply magical. I...
Motivating Monday – Don’t Be Chicken

Motivating Monday – Don’t Be Chicken

This photo reminds me of when I was training for the Avon39. I walked miles every day to build my stamina. And this little chicken lived along one of my training routes. The photo was my motivation – not to be chicken. I had never done any distance training...
Motivating Monday – Redbud

Motivating Monday – Redbud

What are the first signs of spring where you live? I watch for the birds to migrate, the bunnies to come out of hiding, the turtles to rise from the muck, and certain flowers to bloom. It probably is no secret that I love flowers. One of my favorite spring flowering...
Motivation Monday – Trinity Library

Motivation Monday – Trinity Library

Looking for a masculine color palette? Then, Trinity Library is just for you! About ten years ago, we took a family vacation to Ireland. As with many immigrants, we longed to see where our families had originated. I had been raised with Irish music, Irish dance, and...
Motivating Monday – Cactus Flower

Motivating Monday – Cactus Flower

Most of the year, the landscape in the desert southwest has a neutral landscape of sage and stone. There are varying shades, but most are the dull greens and taupe. You may get splashed of red sandstone. But otherwise, it is relatively unremarkable. Then, for a few...
Motivating Monday – Pacific Paradise

Motivating Monday – Pacific Paradise

Optical illusions or literary license? I am talking about white sand beaches. This beach is truly a coral beach in a Pacific Atoll. At first glance, the sand is so pale it looks almost white. But when trying to match the color, it is actually a light taupe or fog...