Victoria Ponders

December 2022

December 30, 2022

Happy Birthday, Mom

Remembering the sunny days… Continue reading

Family

addiction, family memories, gratitude, love, mental health, moms and daughters
December 29, 2022

Finding Better Days…Together

No gift wrapping required…a gift nonetheless… Continue reading

Wellness

families, grudges, honesty, love, optimism, self-care, sisters, stress
December 26, 2022

Comfort…In My Hands

I know it just looks like a sweater, but it’s so much more… Continue reading

Family

dads and daughters, family heirlooms, handmade with love, keepsakes, love, memories
December 24, 2022

Holiday Hugs

Stay connected to those we care about…especially right now. Continue reading

Wellness

be the one, friendship, holiday blues, love, new year, self-care
December 22, 2022

Holiday Hijinks!

Laughter is the best… Continue reading

Family

cookies, Family, Happy Holidays, humor, jokes, love, silly stories
December 21, 2022

Loving Lessons from My Papa

Silly and smart…he called me “Agnes Gooch”… Continue reading

Family

Agnes Gooch, baseball, dads and daughters, gratitude, happy birthday, love, wisdom
December 19, 2022

Three Pines? Who Knew!

We had no idea of the significance…symbols of sanctuary? Love! Continue reading

Family

family history, Louise Penny, love, nature, Three Pines, trees
December 17, 2022

My Kind of Swirl

Brew a pot and join me! Continue reading

Wellness

Design, Inspiration, self-care, teatime
December 15, 2022

Cheers to the New Year!

My optimistic heart is full…ready for 2023… Continue reading

Wellness

blessings, blogging friends, families, gratitude, happy new year, humor, Santa, thank you
December 14, 2022

The Delightful Day

From me to you…sharing my favorite morning meditation for extra swirly days. Continue reading

Wellness

kindness, morning affirmation, self-care, stress relief
December 13, 2022

Bubblegum & Sister Love

I’d take the blame for Lisa all over again… Continue reading

Family

bubble gum, disability, diversity, Family, gratitude, love, siblings, sisters
December 12, 2022

Beware the Saboteurs!

Knowing how to receive…and pause before responding… Continue reading

Wellness

emotional intelligence, grace under pressure, self regulation theory, self-care
December 11, 2022

Happy Is…as Happy Does

Look at that swagger…just look! Continue reading

Family

Family, golf, Happy Gilmore, love, memories, nicknames
December 10, 2022

You Win…My Admiration AND a Cupcake!

Yes, YOU! Keep creating…don’t stop! Continue reading

Design

admiration, artists, creativity, gratitude, humor, motivation, musicians, poets, writers
December 9, 2022

Vicki in Wonderland

Get in there girl, you’ve got stories to tell! Continue reading

Wellness

Alice, believe in yourself, creativity, humor, motivation, Queen of Hearts
December 8, 2022

Plate Spinning

Well…shut my mouth! When will I learn? Continue reading

Wellness

communication, grace under pressure, humor, learning from mistakes, stressed out
December 7, 2022

SAYING it Doesn’t Make it So…

I love my sister…but she keeps me on my toes! Continue reading

Wellness

Family, lies, love, truth, Wellness, words matter
December 6, 2022

Granny Squares & Love

Who knew these pieces could travel in time and serve up love, love, love? Continue reading

Design

family memories, fashion, granny squares, love, nostalgia, textile arts, timeless design
December 5, 2022

When You Crack Yourself Up: Merry, Hoppy Xmas

Don’t judge…just laugh along. Please? Continue reading

Wellness

candy, Christmas, cold season, Easter, health and happiness, laughter, silly
December 4, 2022

Not Here…But Near

Two of my all-time favorite cuties… Continue reading

Family

grandparents, kindness, legacies, love, remembering loved ones
December 3, 2022

Forget with Generosity

It’s easier to let you go when I realize you never mattered in the first place… Continue reading

Wellness

letting go, love, Pablo Neruda, poetry, relationships, self-care
December 2, 2022

It Was Never About the Mashed Potatoes

A new Dottie came to play… Continue reading

Family

bah humbug, Family, holidays, humor, self-care, stress reduction
December 1, 2022

Steady As She Goes…

I hate winter…but I’m trying not to whine… Continue reading

Wellness

ableism, garage rock, gratitude, Jack White, joy, let's dance, mono-tasking, self-care, self-talk

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