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The Year of the Horse - artwork by Diane French There are lots of ways we ring in the New Year! A toast, a ski down a mountain, a card game, a song, a resolution, whatever it is that makes your New Start, a good one, well cheers to that! I have recently come into contact with Ikigai, or Mogami Wellness; what does it mean to live a life of purpose? Based in Japanese, it is a learning concept to help us find balance, motivation, and meaning in life. What is my Ikigai and sta

The first snow is always magical. For those of us who grew up sledding, skiing, or skating, winter brings a rush of excitement! The gardens rest, the hydrangeas sleep, and nature slows to a peaceful stillness. As summer’s bustle fades, winter invites reflection — a quiet calm that reminds us to pause, nest, and simply be. The Winter Solstice… when all is calm, all is bright — and beautifully white.

Having just moved from Mackinac Island to Traverse City, I find myself the eager tourist all over again! Recently, I’ve been showing...