Monthly Archives: September 2015

evaluations 30 September 2015

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Of course we all face them: evaluations. We are constantly evaluating our lives, our work, our hour-by-hour existence. Do we measure up? Do others measure up? Do our families measure up? To what exactly, we may not be able to … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | Leave a comment

Tractor Drive Day 28 September 2015

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Our annual antique tractor drive was yesterday. It was a bright and beautiful day, although very hot and dusty due to the sun and no rain in weeks. Still, spirits were high as eighteen tractors took off, including one father … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | 2 Comments

Beauty 24 September 2015

Posted on September 24, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Something beautiful is morning, when the stars are still bright but the pale beginning of dawn begins to shimmer on the eastern horizon. The setting sun is equally as breath-taking, taking the worries of the day with it as it … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | Leave a comment

Loving Life 23 September 2015

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Sally Gerard

I’ve fallen in and out of love with my life at various times. I loved my life at summer horse camp, falling in love with the horses, the mountains and the old log cabin I lived in. I loved drinking … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | 5 Comments

People you Meet 22 September 2015

Posted on September 22, 2015 by Sally Gerard

I am constantly amazed at the compassionate, kind, generous people we meet. Watching the news, you get the impression that in general, people are terrible, rude and difficult. I haven’t found this to be true. Recently we traveled to Mt. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | Leave a comment

Camaraderie 21 September 2015

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Sally Gerard

One of the best “friends” stories I have is one of our WNO (wranglers-night-out) nights. Anyone who has ever worked at a resident summer camp knows the long, joyous hours filled with all manner of activities and youth and adults. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | Leave a comment

Pleasing 17 September 2015

Posted on September 17, 2015 by Sally Gerard

What pleases me: A long ride on my horse, a good book, a tractor drive on a sunny crisp day, fresh flowers, a job well done, connecting with people, a good cup of coffee, a delicious meal, breakfast when Robert … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | 2 Comments

Creek 16 September 2015

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Sally Gerard

The creek bubbled down the mountain, greeting the banks as it burbled by. Jumping over rocks and ducking under fallen branches, it shouted out joyfully, splashing everything with its cold wet droplets. Laughing up at the bright blue sky, its … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | 2 Comments

Rattlesnake 15 September 2015

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Oh rattlesnake slithering through the grass, what sets the warning off making you buzz? Why do you coil and strike so fast and angry? Do your fangs sinking into flesh give you pleasure? When you slide from your skin, does … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | Leave a comment

Dream Job 14 September 2015

Posted on September 14, 2015 by Sally Gerard

My dream job would include a writing studio where I’d spend most of my day writing because I’d be a best-selling author. I’d be considering several movie deals and wondering what actors would be best suited to play the characters … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | Leave a comment