Author Archives: Sally Gerard

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About Sally Gerard

I am a writer, runner, teacher, singer, guitar player, mom, lover, coffee drinker, hunter, antique tractor driver, horsewoman, sister, and lover of the outdoors. Did I mention that I love lighthouses?

Hold Them Dear 16 July 2018

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Sally Gerard

Where do we find those that we’ve lost? We celebrate lives both well-lived and maybe not so well-lived, but we celebrate those lives because we loved them. We miss them terribly and we feel lost because they are no longer … Continue reading →

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Routine 11 July 2018

Posted on July 11, 2018 by Sally Gerard

What are your routines? What kinds of actions do you take that make it possible for you to do what you need to do? Do you have routines that are dragging you down? That you need to change? That you … Continue reading →

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Farmers 5 July 2018

Posted on July 5, 2018 by Sally Gerard

Farmers have to be some of the most hopeful folks ever to exist. Bury all your financial planning for a year in the ground in various different seed varieties. If you are a dry land farmer, wait for rain to … Continue reading →

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Bobby and Gus 2 July 2018

Posted on July 2, 2018 by Sally Gerard

As the afternoon began to cool into evening, Gus stirred, and Bobby sat up. “Need to move, boy?” Gus didn’t answer but got to his feet and pushed his hind end back over his haunches, front legs stretching as far … Continue reading →

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Sir Barth and Bobby 27 June 2018

Posted on June 27, 2018 by Sally Gerard

From the deep blue of the doors to the pale blue towels drying on the line under a clear blue sky with a few puffy white clouds floating along, everything seemed awash with joy. A strange combination of fuzzy Labrador … Continue reading →

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Hiking 25 June 2018

Posted on June 25, 2018 by Sally Gerard

As we met in the parking lot, strapped on our packs and crossed the road to head up the wide road-trail, the morning was cool with a wonderful breeze. There was no haze at all in a bright blue sky … Continue reading →

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Connection 19 June 2018

Posted on June 19, 2018 by Sally Gerard

Aren’t our stories about belonging? Whether we are living our story or writing a story, deep down we need to belong somewhere. I seek my belonging in many places: In the mist of early mornings after a night of rain, … Continue reading →

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Hiking Season 14 June 2018

Posted on June 14, 2018 by Sally Gerard

Elaine is the best hiking partner! We both look forward to hiking season and it is in full swing. We’ve already hiked about 22 miles and discovered a whole new state park with awesome trails. There are several things that … Continue reading →

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Closed Doors and Fear 12 June 2018

Posted on June 12, 2018 by Sally Gerard

What is it that makes us fear something new? The old saying, “When one door closes, another one opens,” can strike a panic inside. The old door was just fine, thank you. What if the new door gets stuck or … Continue reading →

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A Soft Place 5 June 2018

Posted on June 5, 2018 by Sally Gerard

“Looking for a soft place to fall…” by Allison Moorer tells the story of wanting to be where you are loved and feel secure. And don’t we all want that? It is easier to be our best selves when we … Continue reading →

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