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| "Grandma in Transit": junk papers collage, ink - journal page |
Want music?
Click: Lionel Richie, Tim McGraw, Sail On.
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Although home now, a wonderful Thanksgiving Day was spent in Henderson.
GH#3, Zack picked me up at 9:30 am and we went to see the movie, Rental Family at a lovely, plush theater's 10:15 am showing. We shared a mongo-sized tub of popcorn and both loved this movie. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a super high 97 rating, we both gave it a 10 and would see it again. Here's a 2 min. trailer, here. We also decided that this will be a new tradition for Thanksgiving mornings to come.
We still made it in time for the wonderful Thanksgiving celebration hosted by Tina & Larry Domaracki at their beautiful home high above Henderson.
Maybe the star was newcomer, Granddog, Duke the baby Boxer.
Duke is a handsome, inquisitive, fast, loving, cuddler.
But there were many stars ...
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| 5 Salloums |
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| Some of the Domaraki's |
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| the new Mr. & Mrs, Salloum |
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| The Domaracki family |
I didn't take as many individual photos as I should have but they did get a group photo.
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| Our big combined family. |
And, the stunning Thanksgiving sunset from their fabulous view.
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Cheryl's choice: The Pork Belly Bowl: garlic soy glaze, broccolini, pickled daikon & carrot, herb & butter rice, sunny egg.
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| guava-passion fruit drink. |
I was home by 10 am, Cheryl was off for the rest of her busy day. Thanks Cheryl!
In Portugal’s public libraries, a new chapter is being written — not in books, but in the way people find rest. Called “Rest Chapters,” these after-hours spaces open when the libraries officially close, offering soft, quiet refuge for those who need it most. Inside, overhead lights are dimmed and replaced with warm floor lamps, the scent of herbs like lavender or rosemary drifts gently through the air, and folded quilts are stacked nearby for anyone who wants to settle in for a while.
The initiative is designed for early risers, night workers, students without safe housing, and those who simply need a calm, respectful place to pause. Entry is discreet and unmonitored, with no formal check-in. Guests step in from the night and find simple comforts: wooden benches softened with cushions, bookshelves untouched but present, and windows that reflect only stillness.
The air is kept warm, but not hot. Volunteers or library staff set the tone early — slow music, a kettle for tea, and soft signs reminding visitors to whisper or rest. Some “Rest Chapters” include low tables with pencils and paper for those who wish to write, while others focus solely on sleep and silence.
This gentle transformation of a public space into a nighttime sanctuary shows Portugal’s belief that care doesn’t require grand buildings or high walls. It can live between pages, under quilts, beside a lamp, offering safety where knowledge once waited — and now, where peace quietly begins.
Just because ...
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| Common Redpoll |
Saturday's Smiles ...
Hoping you feel all the good things in your day.
2 comments:
Jacki, thanks for your wonderful pictures!
Thanks Elenor, for your kind words, as always. Maybe it's too long, but it felt kinds special?
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