So fellow travelers, this weekend brought a much needed road trip through beautiful snow kissed valleys and mountains and, more essentially, some greatly appreciated time with several good friends . Which is why my favorites views on this trip were actually from two different windows Sunrise at the Quarry Morning at the foot of Mt […]
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Home Away from Home
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on December 9, 2019
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Orion’s Return
So fellow travelers, a few weeks ago I received a reminder from Earth Sky (an astronomy news site I subscribe to) that Orion will be returning to the evening sky. Orion is the hero of our dark winter skies, shining valiantly through the bittercold nights which seem to last an eternity. His reappearance is my […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on September 19, 2019
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Poem: Speakeasy
So fellow travelers, clarity is a gift beyond measure in writing . One of the many benefits of being part of a creative tribe is what we call the “ripple effect” of sharing inspiration from each other’s work. At times the dynamic exchange of encouragement and energy will bring insights which shift my perception of […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 26, 2019
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Stopping Time
So fellow travelers, fellow creative tribemate Deb German Young posted a photo from her recent travels to see Falling Water, the iconic Frank Llyod Wright house in Pennsylvania. The image not only caught my attention, it literally stopped me mid-scroll and I gasped out loud. “What is it?” my husband inquired as we wound through […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 11, 2019
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… on a letter to the first owner of my second-hand dog
So fellow travelers, a guest post here from a fellow blogger and now rescue dog adopter whom I am blessed to also count as friend. Grab some tissues and be ready for your hearts to smile. Dear Sir, Firstly, I’m so sorry for the anonymous nature of this salutation. It’s just that I don’t know […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 7, 2019
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Birds Doing New Things
While I head out to clear snow (yes it’s still snowing on and off in March- ah Spring in Upstate NY) from my own backyard birdfeeders to keep the early spring migrants well fueled against the return of Winter-like temperatures I thought my Fellow Travelers might enjoy a trip to a bird sanctuary in warmer […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on March 23, 2019
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Journey
So fellow travelers, I find myself navigating airports, car rentals and unfamiliar highways this weekend on an unplanned journey This is a trip prompted by a calling of the heart, a response to a feeling, an inner directive this is a time when hugs need to be given in person. After two consecutive major winter […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on January 28, 2019
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Successful Simplicity
Insight and something worth considering from a good friend , fellow writer and in many ways a mentor who makes a difference.
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on January 23, 2019
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The Miracle of Light
So fellow travelers, it has been a busy weekend filled with the final rounds of preparations for Christmas. In a little while we will visit some dear friends to share a meal and relish the laughter of excited children. Tomorrow we will chat via video or phone with family we hold far closer in our […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on December 24, 2018
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Bookends
So fellow travelers, today marks the start of a new solar year in this grand adventure of life. Reflecting on the bookends of the first and last days Team Fairbanks-Rahalski at the summit of Pinnacle Peak Trail in Rainier National Park I can see the origami of insights and growth created by the challenges weathered […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 16, 2018
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