Tag Archives: Christmas

A Leaf Falls To The Ground Outside My Window – Look! D&D!

Posted on September 7, 2016 by Henrietta Handy

The leaves are beginning to turn here in Lexington.  The trees are still mostly green, though, and there is still summer heat, but it’s different.  There is a definitive feeling of its fading in the not-so-distant future.  For the first … Continue reading →

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September 1

Posted on September 1, 2016 by Henrietta Handy

It’s September!  It’s September!  O’ my gosh, it’s September! Why yes, I have been freaking out a little bit over the beginning of a new month.  “Why?” you ask?  Because November is just a hop, skip, and tidy little jump … Continue reading →

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Head Above The Stormy Waters

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Henrietta Handy

Yesterday was a horrible day for emotions, especially mine.   Things got to me yesterday.  I couldn’t see the sun for the storm clouds, and they were mighty dark.  There was also a lot of lightning.  Metaphorically speaking. Today a semblance … Continue reading →

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Coding “White Trash” in Academia

Posted on August 6, 2016 by Henrietta Handy

Source: Coding “White Trash” in Academia I read this essay and, by the end, I was in silent tears.  I know exactly what this person is saying and it is true.  Coming from Appalachia I am very proud of where … Continue reading →

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Squee!

Posted on December 17, 2015 by Henrietta Handy

The Christmas shopping, except for two presents, is complete! *swoons onto fainting couch (properly, of course)* AND –> Tickets for the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens movie are purchased and ready for printing off!  I am super excited now, … Continue reading →

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Stuffed, Loved, and Happy

Posted on November 28, 2015 by Henrietta Handy

For all of you out there, I hope you enjoyed a beautiful Thanksgiving! The Husband and I enjoyed a quiet Thanksgiving here at home. He did the cooking and we both did the eating. A perfectly cooked turkey breast, mashed … Continue reading →

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Advent Day 13 – My Melanie

Posted on December 13, 2014 by Henrietta Handy

When I was ten years old I was in the hospital.  The doctors didn’t know if I was going to make it or not.  On December 13 Sister 3, Rosetta, gave birth to the most beautiful creature in the world … Continue reading →

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Advent Day 12 – A Happy, Crackling Fire In The Fireplace

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Henrietta Handy

There is something very soothing about a fire crackling in the fireplace.  Besides the obvious of extra warmth to the house or apartment – we’re lucky to have a fireplace in our apartment – the sense of security and home … Continue reading →

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Advent Day 8 And 9 + Update

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Henrietta Handy

Hello all, sorry for the delay in the Advent posts, but I now have a sinus/ear infection making me feel like doing anything, much less write or prepare for Christmas.  Yeah, I know, perfect timing, Right?  Anyway, here are days … Continue reading →

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Advent Day 6 – Homemade

Posted on December 7, 2014 by Henrietta Handy

I was quite surprised when I came on-line today and realized Day 6 hadn’t been posted!  I didn’t even remember writing Day 6 – because I hadn’t!  Shame on me.  Still, I remember what I planned on writing about:  Homemade … Continue reading →

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