Category Archives: Adventure

That was then, this is now

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Fran Hart

Yesterday, I responded to Jeff Goins’ challenge: Declare yourself a writer! Sure, I’m motivated by the contest, but also…I’m motivated by the calling that has been pulling and tugging at me for years. I’ve been inching along this path, occasionally … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure, faith, Fiction, Inspiration, NaNoWriMo, obedience, reward, Transformation, Wants, Writing | Tagged | 4 Comments

Transformation 2012: Day 5

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Fran Hart

If you visited yesterday’s post, you’ll see an image of the dining area wall at the end of the day (i.e. the start of the day today). To the uninitiated, it might not look that bad. I dared to feel … Continue reading →

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Transformation 2012: Day 3

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Fran Hart

Today was another day in the process of renewing, reflecting, revitalizing and revealing; peeling back the layers and discovering what’s hidden below the surface. I spent my morning in prayerful retreat, then embarked on a new adventure. Inspired by Humans … Continue reading →

Posted in adulthood, Adventure, faith, Real Estate, reduce/reuse/recycle/reinvent, Rehab, Spring Cleaning, Transformation, Wants | 2 Comments

18 years ago

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Fran Hart

This morning, after breakfast at IHOP, you asked and I told you again about how it was on that day, 18 years ago. I think it counts as “again”, though it’s been a while. Maybe today I shared some details … Continue reading →

Posted in adulthood, Adventure, child-rearing, children, family, life, love, parent | 4 Comments

Disney World: a Magical Kingdom

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Fran Hart

The young mother pushed a rented stroller down Main Street, maneuvering through the throng of tourists. She was vigilant, watchful for disruptions in the pedestrian flow, anticipating sudden stops as those ahead, distracted by offerings showcased in vendors’ carts or … Continue reading →

Posted in 100 words, Adventure, Challenged, Fiction, Trifecta, Writing | 11 Comments

If I can, you can (aka “The first day of Christmas”)

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Fran Hart

Perhaps because I’ve been immersing myself in Psalms and Proverbs, which have plenty to say about pride and humility, or perhaps for reasons best ferreted out by a professional, this year I finally participated in Neil’s annual Christmahanukwanzaakah post (his … Continue reading →

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A new adventure

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Fran Hart

As of this afternoon we’ve taken one more step toward ownership of a house that we intend to flip. We’ve had this idea in mind for a while, and we’ve been trying to find a good candidate. We made an … Continue reading →

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and I thought self-editing was hard!

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Fran Hart

No matter how hard the challenge, tall the mountain or rough the course, I seem to be willing to grit my teeth, grunt, sweat and otherwise behave in a manner unbecoming a lady. I’m not sure what I am becoming … Continue reading →

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Who am I and what am I doing here?

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Fran Hart

This year has been very challenging for me in many respects. And it’s only half over. My vision for how things would go and where I would be right now? Well…it’s been a rough road and I’m not where I … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure, angst, Bible, discipline, exercise, faith, Is it just me?, life, obedience, prayer, spirit, trust, Wants, Wisdom, Writing | 4 Comments

Hotel snacks

Posted on March 27, 2011 by Fran Hart

On the first day I arrived at the City Lake Hotel there was a plate on a table with a fresh apple and a banana. I enjoyed both. Every day since I’ve had some form of snack waiting for me … Continue reading →

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