Restless to Renewed

01/12/2025

12/29/2024

I am taking down Christmas decorations and rearranging some household items. A couple of months ago The Spiritual Friends Network https://www.facebook.com/groups/79123885609 gifted me a dish towel. It was much too pretty to use for dishes so I decided to frame it. It did not fit a standard frame size and custom was much too expensive. Then I had an epiphany. I had my husband cut a couple pieces of wood frame and I velcroed the cloth to the wood on both ends. Voilà! It makes a perfect wall hanging that is also a perfect match for a family quilt on my guest room bed (click on the image to see the quilt). This look may not be for everyone, but the moral of the story is make adjustments and enjoy what you already have. Hugs and Happy New Year. Janice

12/07/2024

I have not seen Jill Ridenour in months. We had fun today making Christmas pictures from wrapping paper and a pipe cleaner!

12/07/2024

Leaving The Kentucky Headhunters concert tonight at the Temple Tbeater in Portland. Small town life!

11/13/2024

Fall is my favorite time of year, but I still like a touch of blue.

11/05/2024

Sometimes you just have to have that midday nap.

11/03/2024

Are you a late bloomer? Harriet Doerr was an American novelist who achieved remarkable success later in life, becoming an inspiration for those who pursue their creative passions at any age. Born in 1910 in California, Doerr attended Stanford University but left to marry her husband, Albert Doerr, who worked as a mining engineer. The couple spent a significant part of their lives in Mexico, where the vibrant culture and landscape left a deep impression on her. After her husband's death, Doerr returned to Stanford in her 60s to complete her undergraduate degree. Her time in Mexico and the perspective she gained through years of reflection became central to her storytelling voice.

In 1984, at the age of 74, Doerr published her debut novel, Stones for Ibarra. The book drew on her experiences living in Mexico, telling the poignant story of an American couple who move to a rural Mexican village, facing cultural differences and personal challenges. Stones for Ibarra was met with critical acclaim, winning the American Book Award and establishing Doerr as a powerful new voice in American literature. Her prose was celebrated for its elegant simplicity, depth of emotion, and vivid depictions of Mexico’s beauty and hardship. Doerr’s nuanced writing conveyed the universal themes of love, loss, and the search for belonging, resonating with readers across generations. Click here to see her book and others on our Recommended Reading list. https://restlesstorenewed.com/recommended-reading
Photo credit: https://marytabor.substack.com/p/get-ready-for-harriet-doerr-and-lesson

11/02/2024

Enjoy reading this guest blog post by Tennessee local Diana Revell. Whether you're curious about what lies ahead or looking for a sense of community in your own aging journey, this post is for you. https://restlesstorenewed.com/thoughts-that-rise-up

10/15/2024

We had a great time at the Spiritual Friends Network yesterday. Thank you Amy-Lyles Wilson for inviting us.

10/11/2024

10/02/2024

It is time to take a look at our new Recommended Reading list. Several of our podcast guests are highlighted in the listings. Be sure to check out the southern cookbooks for some mouth-watering recipes!

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