Monthly Archives: January 2013

Gift #246: shades of Winter

Posted on January 31, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

The days have been full of grey here recently. I’m trying to embrace the beauty of grey, after all, it is a lovely subdued color. I got the idea for this photo collage yesterday evening, when (quite serendipitously) some buttons … Continue reading →

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Gift #245: Winter visitor

Posted on January 30, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Yesterday, whilst busy about my knitting, I heard a scratching at my window. It was not Poe’s raven, but a hungry raccoon temporarily awoken from her winter stupor. I guess the brief warm-up encouraged her to come outside for a … Continue reading →

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Gift #244: Eagles of Grace

Posted on January 29, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Who has read or watched Lord of the Rings or Hobbit, and not had their hearts stirred by wild joy upon seeing those great eagles come flying over the horizon?  My heart invariably soars when I see them come out … Continue reading →

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Gift #243: More musings on Les Mis

Posted on January 28, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

I’ve still been thinking a great deal about Les Mis and wanted to share some of my musings with you.  In particular, I’ve been pondering the relationship between Valjean and the policeman who hunts him, Javert.  Both these men are … Continue reading →

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Gift #242: Colors of Anthropologie

Posted on January 27, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

This afternoon my mom and I were able to visit Anthropologie, one of my very favorite stores.  It’s been before Christmas since we were there, and I’d missed it very much.  It’s a rich storehouse of inspiration with so many … Continue reading →

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Gift #241: Winter Wonderland

Posted on January 26, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

We had snow last night and everything was covered under an enchanting layer of fluff when I woke up.  It was a double blessing because I was working from home today and did not need to bother with a messy … Continue reading →

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Gift #240: Art of Marika Paz

Posted on January 25, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

As I anticipate spring, I’d like to introduce you to an artist whose work is perfect for springtime days spent in the woods.  Her name is Marika Paz, and she is my favorite artist.  I first became introduced to her … Continue reading →

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Gift #239: Pinecones

Posted on January 24, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Pinecones are one of my favorite things, and I especially love them in winter.  They look so perfect with a dusting of snow.  Pinecones are amazing for many reasons, not least of which is that the bracts follow Fibonacci sequence … Continue reading →

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Gift #238: Spring Terrariums

Posted on January 23, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

I’ve been waiting for a good, long time to share these photos.  I took them on my Christmas trip to Nashville, IN.  One of the shops had started some spring decorating and had these lovely terrariums on display.  I wanted … Continue reading →

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Gift #237: Bluebirds

Posted on January 22, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

It’s that time of year…the hardest part of the year for me is mid Jan through February.  The Christmas lights and town decorations are gone, the days of 20 degree weather are fast losing their charm, the days are overcast, … Continue reading →

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