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Monthly Archives: December 2015

Christmas Past

I spent some time recently reminiscing about our small-town Christmas traditions.  “With Nana and Grampa both gone now, that part of our Christmas tradition has faded, replaced with new gatherings […]

Posted byAmy McDonaldDecember 24, 2015Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Christmas Past

Standing in Contrast 

The most captivating works of art in our home are framed by windows.  This morning, I woke up in Ansel Adams’ black and white world thanks to yesterday’s snowy mix, […]

Posted byAmy McDonaldDecember 16, 2015December 16, 2015Posted inMaineTags: home, photos, snow, winterLeave a comment on Standing in Contrast 

Sunset on Summer

Fall is a deep breath drawn in appreciation for a warm, full summer; bracing in the face of dark winter. Fall is my favorite season. Enjoying its beauty in Downeast Maine […]

Posted byAmy McDonaldDecember 10, 2015December 16, 2015Posted inMaineLeave a comment on Sunset on Summer

Why we cry at movies

I am frozen, fingers suspended over my waiting laptop, riveted to a scene from the movie My Sister’s Keeper, where the whole family goes to the beach to satisfy the […]

Posted byAmy McDonaldDecember 10, 2015December 16, 2015Posted inBits & PiecesLeave a comment on Why we cry at movies

About the … Author?

My earliest memories are of grace and pencils. I have been obsessed with writing implements from the age of 2, when I insisted upon carrying a pencil in one arm and […]

Posted byAmy McDonaldDecember 4, 2015December 4, 2015Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on About the … Author?

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