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A Perfect Fall Day at the Ranch in Allegheny, Oregon

Posted on October 21, 2024 by Marcia Ren

Embracing the fall aesthetic, strolling through the pumpkin patch, sipping pumpkin lattes and savoring warm cinnamon treats…autumn’s charm in every moment. 💗Marcia Fall is such a magical time of year, and every October, my husband and I make it a point to check off one of our favorite seasonal bucket list activities…a visit to the pumpkin patch at a beautiful ranch in Allegheny, Oregon. this year was no exception, and though I didn’t go all out with pumpkins like I have in years past, the day was still one to remember. We started the day with a cozy lunch, warming … Read the full blog post →

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🍁A Garden For All Seasons🍂

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Marcia Ren

As the garden shifts with the turning of seasons, so too does life…each change a gentle reminder of time’s passage, marked by the memories we nurture and the moments we cherish. 💗Marcia After returning from California, I was met with a garden that had transformed in just a few short weeks. Before I left, the crocuses were making their final appearance, their delicate blooms a reminder of Summers height. Now, they’ve faded, and in their place, the dahlias have taken centerstage, with even more blossoms than before. Their vibrant colors seem to celebrate the early days of autumn, continuing to … Read the full blog post →

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A Journey Through Time: High School Reunion, Disneyland, and Friendships (Part 2)

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Marcia Ren

High school reunions celebrate the laughter and friendships that stand the test of time, turning a fun day into a beautiful reminder of our shared journey. Marcia💕 Attending my high school reunion was an unforgettable experience. I went into it with a mixture of excitement and nerves, unsure of what it would be like to see faces I hadn’t encountered in so many years. But as soon as I stepped into the room, those nerves melted away. The familiar faces, even if they had changed over the years, still carried the essence of the people I once knew so well. … Read the full blog post →

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Southern California Bound: The Journey Begins!✈️ Reunion Trip (Part 1)🎓

Posted on October 1, 2024 by Marcia Ren

As the year progressed, I occasionally caught updates about the reunion, but the thought of attending seemed exhausting. By the time summer was winding down, and the reunion in October drew closer, I was still hesitant to commit to the trip. My schedule had been so full that traveling felt overwhelming, and I was tempted to let the opportunity slip by. However, my husband, with his gentle reminders, kept nudging me toward the idea. Over the years, he had heard me speak fondly of my high school days and the special memories I have of growing up in the small … Read the full blog post →

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🍂A Perfect Fall Day: Checking Off My Bucket List at the Pumpkin Patch🎃

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Marcia Ren

🍁Fall is nature’s masterpiece, where leaves paint the world with their fiery hues, and the gentle embrace of crisp air whispers of change and transformation.🍂 As the leaves begin to turn brilliant shades of red and orange, and the air becomes crisp and cool, it’s clear that fall has arrived. This season has always been one of my favorites, and this year, I was determined to make the most of it by creating a fall bucket list. Recently, I had the pleasure of checking off several items from that list, and it turned out to be a perfect day. The … Read the full blog post →

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💗Olga/My Mother/Mother’s Day🌸

Posted on May 10, 2023 by Marcia Ren

“Mother is a verb. It’s something you do. Not just who you are.” – Dorothy Canfield Fisher Mother’s Day is a special day dedicated to honoring and celebrating all the mothers out there who have played an integral role in shaping our lives. For some, it’s a time to share stories and memories with the mothers who are still with us, while for others, it’s a time to remember and cherish the memories of those who have passed away, like Olga. My mother Olga was a kind and gentle woman who was the backbone of her home and family. Her … Read the full blog post →

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🌻In My Garden…Autumn🍃🍂🍁

Posted on September 21, 2022 by Marcia Ren

In my garden the season shifts… Read the full blog post →

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🌷In My Garden…

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Marcia Ren

“Bloom where you are planted”– Mary Englebreit Hello, sweet friend… While sitting in my living room I only have to look out into the garden landscape to observe the changes that come with the season… Springtime means crocus, daffodil, roses, bluebells… each blossom… awaiting it’s time to bloom… I find inspiration in the climbing roses, birdbaths… along the grassy pathways… It is here my soul is awakened as I discover signs of life returned.

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🌷A Mother’s Day Reflection🌷

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Marcia Ren

“It is the wise mother who gives her children roots and wings.” -Chinese Proverb Hello, sweet friend… This photo was taken on top of Mt. Rubidoux in Riverside, California summer of 2011…my first summer after retiring And… This photo was taken recently on the riverwalk where I now live along the Oregon coast… And… This is a photo of my mother Olga when she was 19… One of my favorite photos taken before she married my father or had any of her five children I really love this photo because it shows the beautiful grace of this amazing woman… who … Read the full blog post →

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How To Host a Tea Parisian Style🌷

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Marcia Ren

flaneur {fla-ner} French(n.) a person who strolls the city in order to experience it. “Deliberately aimless” Hello, sweet friends… I hope you are doing great… Recently I invited a a few friends over for an afternoon tea… I thought it would be fun to have a Parisian theme… So if you find yourself… Dreaming of Paris… set the table…invite a few friends…and voila! Sugar Cookies Ingredients 1 Cup unsalted butter 1 Cup granulated white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 egg 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 cups all purpose flour Instructions  PREHEAT oven to 350° F. In the bowl of your mixer, CREAM butter and sugar until smooth, … Read the full blog post →

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