July 26 2025
I’m so happy I got to see Michelle while she was here. Her visit to Reno during Artown always lands while I’m at the C18 conference. Michelle invited me to join her and a few others for a quick bite before Monday Night Poetry. Then she facilitated a workshop before poetry sharing began. I’m glad we got to see each other this time, Michelle Myers!!
July 24 2025
Today, a walk in the forest. I tried to capture the gorgeous wildflowers, but didn’t quite capture their beauty. 🌸🪻🌸
July 23 2025
I wanted a change of scenery for today’s walk. And, oh my goodness. This was exactly what I needed. The temperature was perfect, the wind wasn’t too harsh, and it was gorgeous. The wind and the water cleared this funky mood that had settled over me for weeks. I drove away completely renewed.
I adore this spot as I brought Thomas and Lillian here from the time they were 1 and 5 years old for date days and Team TLC adventures. During those financially lean (non-existent) times, I had to get creative with free entertainment. This lovely spot holds lots of memories.
July 22 2025
The clouds always make for some great photos. 🩵
July 21 2025
I cannot stop looking at this photo. I swear this butterfly has hiked her pants up and is dancing a jig on that leaf. What the heck? It’s cracking me up! 🤣🤣🤣
(Butterfly Conservatory – Niagara Falls, Canada – July 2025)
July 20 2025
(South Lake Tahoe August 2023)
This morning I woke up thinking that my entire life has been lived in two cycles repeating over and over. Within one cycle I’m outspoken, outgoing, and loud. Within the other I’m withdrawn, timid, and quiet. While thinking this my mind brought forth images of water rushing up the beach and receding.
Then I started wondering, is everyone like this? The same two cycles repeating over and over. Being late diagnosed as neurodivergent, I’ve learned there are many things about me that the typical person does not experience. So I thought I would ask. Do you experience this?
July 18 2025
The Tunnel at the Niagara Parks Station. This was the absolute best up close view. It’s below and to the left of Journey Behind the Falls. I’m so glad Thomas and I did this after learning the Whirlpool Aerocar was closed due to the high winds. There’s something very eerie about walking in a dark underground tunnel. Plus, it was cold! Which felt good after being in the heat outside and the hot, muggy Power Station.
July 18 2025
Photos taken while Thomas and I walked along the Niagara River on the way to the Niagara Power Plant Museum. 💚💙💚
Thomas and I toured the Niagara Power museum. Cool Tesla coil demonstration. ⚡️⚡️⚡️
July 18 2025
Thomas and I planned to take a ride on the Whirlpool Aero Car. It was closed due to high winds, but we still got to see the view. Stunning. 🌸
From the website: Hop on the historic Whirlpool Aero Car for an unforgettable ride over the vibrant, teal-coloured waters of the Niagara River. Witness spectacular views of the swirling Niagara Whirlpool and the river’s Class 6 rapids as you soar 3,500 feet across the Niagara Gorge.
Although it travels between two points on the Canadian shore, this antique cable car will actually take you across the international border between Canada and the United States a total of four times due to the way the river elbows. No passport required!
July 18 2025
SkyWheel yesterday for almost all of us. Gorgeous views. 🩵 I’m super proud of Lillian. She did this one and Journey Behind the Falls. She usually stays in the room. Cheers to being brave, even with anxiety! 🎉🎉🎉
