Thoughts on Becoming Anew It’s been a while… And now it’s time for me to reflect—and provide an excuse for my lack of presence. From Iowa to California A year ago, my husband Jerome accepted a position in Fresno, California (USA). For the first time in my life, I wasn’t a full-time Midwesterner. The experience […]
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Light Over holiday break I heard about a science teacher who starts off the school year with the statement: “Everything starts with light.” Simple, yet profound. But, what is light? Scientifically, light is electromagnetic radiation that can be detected by the human eye. The electromagnetic spectrum also includes radio waves, microwaves, infrared, ultraviolet, x-ray, and
From my humble point of view, everything (E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G) is connected. Think Butterfly Effect or the Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon. As someone who does a lot of self-reflecting, all of my life experiences interconnect and relate to where I am today. Despite feeling vulnerable, I share this because you, too, can find contentment by embracing
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A Jar of Buttons Have you ever wondered why sorting through a jar or cookie tin of buttons is magical? Whether it’s from your grandma or an estate sale, there is thrill in the hunt. But I think it’s more than that. Perhaps part of the fascination relates to the story behind each button. While
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Who Am I? Hi, my name is Shannon Hilscher. Author, instructional designer, and self-proclaimed introvert. I spent the first 50 years of my life wondering, “Why is life so hard?” How does one go from being described as shy, quiet, sweet, and kind…. …to anxious, stressed, nervous, and angry? Well, believe it or not, that
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