Tag Archives: wendigo

A wolf in sheep’s clothing

Posted on July 19, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

What does an immortal Native American shaman do when the grave he’s sworn to watch over for all eternity disappears under urban development? This was the thought that popped into my head after stumbling across a campy book at an … Continue reading →

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Sunrises & Shadows

Posted on February 1, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

I saw a breathtaking sunrise yesterday. It was so full of flaming color, I could never do it justice with my simple camera, so I just stood at the window and watched. All the while I was thinking, uh oh. … Continue reading →

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Luck of the Draw

Posted on January 31, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

As part of my symbol series, I’m delving into the interesting and curious symbols of luck and fortune. Today ~ cards. I like cards. My parents played pinochle and poker with their family and friends, their pots of coffee at hand … Continue reading →

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Slings & Arrows of Outrageous Fortune

Posted on January 30, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

What does that title mean anyway? Shakespeare coined it. Personally, I’ve always associated that bit from Hamlet with luck. Good luck, bad luck, you can’t prevent luck from happening so go with the flow. Luck. From lucky rabbit’s foot to … Continue reading →

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Luck Symbols & Hump Day Happenings

Posted on January 29, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

Who hasn’t heard of luck charms? Mention a rabbit’s foot or a horseshoe nailed over the door and our minds make an immediate association to luck. These symbols of good fortune come in all shapes and sizes, are made of … Continue reading →

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The Tempest in the Teacup

Posted on January 28, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

Brrrrr…… Is it cold. The added wind chill here took an already cold night and knocked it down to -50. This morning’s climb to -30 is a heatwave by comparison. This farm house is so drafty, I’ve just set up … Continue reading →

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Finding Meaning in the Elements

Posted on January 27, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

I admitted to friends recently, an old shame. Back in my high school days I tried convincing an organization that put reading materials into the hands of the vision impaired, that I needed a book on tape. Mind you, back … Continue reading →

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Obvious Things

Posted on January 25, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

“By George!” cried the inspector. “How did you ever see that?” “Because I looked for it.” ~Sherlock Holmes The Adventure of the Dancing Men “The world is full of obvious things which nobody by any chance ever observes.” ~Sherlock Holmes … Continue reading →

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The Game is Still afoot!

Posted on January 24, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

“You know my method. It is founded upon the observation of trifles.” ~Sherlock Holmes ~ The Boscombe Valley Mystery “You see, but you do not observe. The distinction is clear.” ~Sherlock Holmes ~ A Scandal in Bohemia   Though I’d … Continue reading →

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Thinking like Sherlock

Posted on January 23, 2014 by ~RoseAnderson

“By a man’s finger nails, by his coat-sleeve, by his boot, by his trouser knees, by the callosities of his forefinger and thumb, by his expression, by his shirt cuffs — by each of these things a man’s calling is … Continue reading →

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