Tag Archives: Thoughts

Happy Holidays!

Posted on December 5, 2021 by Fannie Cranium

I have been contemplating the simple power of a hug and the beauty of a smile unmasked. While you enjoy your holidays, stay healthy, share laughter, and breathe deeply. And I hope that 2022 is the year that everything happens … Continue reading →

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Kit Spa Day

Posted on July 9, 2021 by Fannie Cranium

My husband and I set out a water bath for the neighborhood critters during the recent heat wave. We met a new raccoon mamma and her kits. As luck would have it, momma walked out of the shot right when … Continue reading →

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A Special Edition: Penny Power Revisited

Posted on May 14, 2020 by Fannie Cranium

It’s been a long time since I’ve posted a special edition piece. I was feeling nostalgic because of a photo I found of the neighborhood children participating in a penny hunt in a kiddie pool filled with lawn clippings taken … Continue reading →

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Collateral Beauty

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Fannie Cranium

We’ve all had to make changes, adapt with the pandemic. Going to the grocery store at 6 a.m., practice social distancing. Talking to friends and family on the phone or over social media to stay connected. We’ve been forced to … Continue reading →

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A Special Edition: February 20th is only Six Days Away

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Fannie Cranium

In my small town we support a YMCA.  Three years ago one of the janitors fed me a gym secret. I’m going to share . . . again.  * * * We’ve all done it, made a resolution. January 1st, … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year

Posted on January 3, 2019 by Fannie Cranium

Welcome to the new year. The days are growing longer in the northern hemisphere. May your blogging be inspired. Enjoy your weekend! Ciao, Fannie

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The Sun Sets on Summer Travel

Posted on September 27, 2018 by Fannie Cranium

Summer is officially over in the northern hemisphere. We caught the sun setting at the rest area near Dry Falls. I’ll be honest here, I’m more excited about decorating for Halloween than writing this post. Please forgive me, but I’m … Continue reading →

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How About Some Clouds to Beat that Heat

Posted on August 9, 2018 by Fannie Cranium

I’m not saying I’m a warm weather wimp, merely implying it with this photo. Okay, I’m a warm weather wimp. When the temperature climbs above 72 degrees Fahrenheit, I melt on the sidewalk into a puddle of goo. Fortunately, cooler … Continue reading →

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Plastic Flamingo Vacation Getaway Spot

Posted on June 14, 2018 by Fannie Cranium

I love creative yard art. I delve in it every October. Speaking of yard art, our local high school does a fundraiser every year taking people’s yards hostage with a flamingo invasion. The lucky yard-owner pays a fee to have … Continue reading →

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A Side Effect of Congested Traffic

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Fannie Cranium

It was my turn to drive to Seattle. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) posted notices everywhere the interstate would narrow from four lanes down to two.  Thinking I was clever, I left a full hour earlier than normal … Continue reading →

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