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For the past twelve years, from mid August to mid-September, I have conscientiously and diligently pulled out, by the roots, the many varieties of goldenrod from where they grew along the edges of the woods. This is not a … Read More
Remember this? This was my original website header back when I began in 2013, thanks to my friend Anne McKinsey. I still love those colors, though I’ve since learned the difference between calling myself a writer and calling myself an … Read More
This photo of South Padre Island is courtesy of TripAdvisor. You know what will eventually happen . The best laid plans are so often just like those sand castles we build. How often do your plans dissolve before you even … Read More
Those of you who sing will recognize the importance of those spaces in between the notes. Officially called “rests,” they are the silences that give the music its flavor. Rests vary in length, but they eventually come to an end; … Read More
Hello, It’s been nearly three months, which I find hard to believe. Last we talked, I explained my need for a “Spring Break.” Well, guess what — I’m now extending that into a Summer Break as well. Please be happy … Read More
Change is in the air. It’s spring and with spring comes spring break. And this year, my spring break has taken a different turn. I’ve decided to step away from And So It Goes for the rest of the … Read More
The Results are In The short version: If you remember how we met, choose the blogs you follow by topic, have shared at least one of my posts on social media, do NOT usually check the little box that lets … Read More
I’m trying something new today this month — an update of the stories that caught my eye over the past month but didn’t make it into full length blog posts. Here then, in alphabetical order, I present: CHIMPANZEES IN THE … Read More
Last week’s post, subtitled the dilemma of choice, got me thinking anew about “choice” — from the act of it to the impact of it. I’m not sure where we’ll wind up at the end, but let’s get started. We’ll … Read More