Monthly Archives: November 2009

A New Elevation

Posted on November 29, 2009 by TA Loeffler

Good Morning,   When climbing a high altitude peak, we don’t just climb it once.  We climb it at least twice, perhaps three of four times.  In order to acclimatize properly, mountaineers use a strategy of “Climb High, Sleep Low.”  … Continue reading →

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Down River

Posted on November 22, 2009 by TA Loeffler

Happy US Thanksgiving!   As I look forward to this week, where my friends south of the 49th parallel will be celebrating Thanksgiving, I am thankful that last week went as well as it could have and that Marian came … Continue reading →

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With Glowing Heart

Posted on November 15, 2009 by TA Loeffler

Happy Anniversary Mom and Dad!   The title of one of the many books I read a book in grad school stayed with me over the years: “We Make the Road by Walking” because it so aptly describes the unfolding … Continue reading →

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The Deep Well

Posted on November 8, 2009 by TA Loeffler

Good Morning to All,   The early morning, early winter light is draping the South Side Hills in a gentle blanket of rose taffeta.  As I glance out the window, my gaze lowers to the delightfully delicate blossoms on our … Continue reading →

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They Fly Through the Air with the Greatest of Ease–Not!

Posted on November 1, 2009 by TA Loeffler

Bunny, Bunny! Somewhere along the way I learned that the first thing we should say on the morning of a new month is “Bunny, Bunny,” so it seemed like an apt greeting for today.  Welcome back to standard time for … Continue reading →

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