May your warmth, comfort, and safety match the length of these nights as we honor the transition from one year to the next.

It is no different now than it was then.  Few things are nicer than a warm spot to sleep in.

It took Eleanor far longer than she planned to arrive, but she still managed to make it in time to cast a few drops on the framed photo carried hurriedly inside by its owner.  She knew it wasn’t nice, but she really loved touching all the things outdoors that generally stayed in.

Samantha closed her eyes, exhausted and joyful for the memories that her day had brought.

Have you been strong?  Have you been brave? Remember the thistle, love.  She is good to those who are good to her.  Only.  Rather than surrender, she finds another way.  And then another.  

“I am Saliope,” she said, when it was quiet.  She nestled down into her banks and appreciated the colorful blanket the trees had provided.  

This is Gritty Goldfish.  This little gal is feisty. She swims just like any other goldfish, but she does just a little better. She tells you what you need to hear. Mostly, that you are wonderful and will stomp on anybody who says otherwise. You are not really sure how a goldfish would manage that,…