So fellow travelers, the other morning, while refilling the bird feeders in my yard, I heard crows calling back and forth from the tall pine trees in a neighbor’s yard. The raucous uproar was probably an alert that breakfast was being served. The sound immediately brought me back to the residential neighborhood where my family […]
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As the Crow Flies
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on December 7, 2018
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Being Mom
So fellow travelers, a few weeks ago this photo showed up in my messages. It took a little while for all my feelings to sort themselves into haiku rhythms. Little house on wheels Home is where the heart finds peace Under stately pines Favorite Youngest Daughter and her partner have set out on their quest […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on October 15, 2018
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Finding the Shore Again
So fellow travelers, oh hey yes, I am still here, wandering about the trails of life’s journey. Summit Trail, Mt. Arab New York Someone asked me recently if things had “become so terrible,” because I have not posted in quite a while. “Oh No,” I replied, “quite the contrary- my life is truly wonderful these […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on October 2, 2018
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Chasing the Sun
So fellow travelers, proof sunrises are beautiful even from inside a plane. Just above the clouds The sun is always rising Hope’s within our reach I even got to hold first light for a very brief moment Walk gently on the path my friends and may adventure find you ready.
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on September 15, 2018
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Becoming Stardust
So fellow travelers, next stop on this summer’s big trip : Joshua Tree National Park by day it is a fantastical place of mysterious rock formations and Seuss-like vistas but it was the discovery of a little observatory located just down the road from the JTNP Oasis Visitor Center which provided the […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on August 6, 2018
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The Mom on the Southbound Train
So fellow travelers, reflecting on the many memorable moments which graced my week with this new found community, I could write posts for days to come. Who could ask for S’more than roasting marshmallows after the beach dinner concert? There is the story of the dog who came to the movies, the fan who would have […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 23, 2018
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The Crow Who Came to Dinner
So fellow travelers, our first day of events came to a close with a marvelous dinner and concert by the band at an open air venue by the beach. Sitting around the tables, hearing the stories of how people first found Switchfoot’s inspiring music, what song was their favorite and why, where they came from […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 21, 2018
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The Diner at the End of the Pier
So fellow travelers, traveling solo there are moments when the reality of being alone washes over you. Eating in restaurants as a single patron is one of those times, so finding a spot with a welcoming vibe is a blessing. Eggs on toast done right Comforts of home with a view Diners are a […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 21, 2018
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The Fan with the Switchfoot Sneakers
“We play music because we love it, but we also play music because we want to see things change… within ourselves and in the world around us. These are songs of hope and new beginnings, and we’re always trying to get better at living that out.” Tim Foreman Stories Behind the Songs: Vessel Bags Interview […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 20, 2018
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Coasting
So fellow travelers, grab some sunscreen and a towel, we are going to the beach! There is something sacred embedded in that moment of catching a first glimpse of the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. This time, that first glimpse came while riding the Coaster, a local train which runs between San Diego and […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 18, 2018
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