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My official new blog.

2009-09-15T22:55:00.000-07:00

Hi Everybody..

I'm putting together my official new blog.

http://tabithamontgomery.blogspot.com/

It contains my full name and links to my
websites.I am working towards publication
and hope to use my blog as a foundation
to not only network but to continue my
connecting with other creative,cool and
inspiring humans who write from the heart.

I have some more tweaking to do and for
some reason,

Samples of my Midway Culture photography

2009-09-14T22:47:00.000-07:00

Photos by Tabitha..for your viewing pleasure..xo

Choosing to heal..with patience..

2009-09-12T17:47:00.000-07:00

I read this today-and wanted to share.Healing..We should learn not to grow impatient withthe slow healing process of time.We shoulddiscipline ourselves to recognize that thereare many steps to be taken along the highwayleading from sorrow to renewed serenity......We should anticipate these stages in our emotional convalescence: unbearable pain,poignant grief,empty days,resistance to consolation,

Reflecting

2009-09-11T14:03:00.000-07:00

I've been reflecting on the events of Sept.11th,2001...Remembering the lives lost and the unsettling realitythat this world carries manyconfusing beliefs of violence.I reflect,remembering life todaythe present,a gift and a chance to make a difference.In my own life-and perhaps,others.By simply living in peace and withcompassion and hope for all humanity.xo

Winds of change..

2009-09-08T13:22:00.000-07:00

This is me letting go,through the seasons,through the ages,And through the phasesI want to trust the winds of change.....{serenity prayer here}Another overdue gratitude list..1.I'm not afraid to learn about myself.2.That I can't be bothered to judge others.3.That my Mom taught me to live one day at a time.4.And to never give up on my hopes & dreams.5.I have friends who make sense to me.6.My home

Has anyone seen my focus..?

2009-08-31T15:05:00.000-07:00

Ok.I don't want to complain.But I am completely out of focus.Must be my lack of routine.I've been feeling this for a long time.I've got some frustrations in myworld that I can't fix overnight,so I've let them stew in me.Never wise to do that.I want to let go today with some gratitude..1.My good health and the desire to keep it that way.2.My mental health and my determination to keep it well.3.My

Sweet tooth alternatives..suggestions welcomed..

2009-08-28T16:28:00.000-07:00

I've had a sweet tooth all of my life..And now after raising three kids I'velearned to curb it slightly and try outhealthier alternatives for the whole family.Some things I try to do include baking goodies at home from scratch,using no white sugar and fresh fruit as often as possible.I also love oatmeal-it's hearty,healthy andgoes well with fruit desserts and in cookies.(and goes well with dark

Feeling out of sorts...

2009-08-26T00:22:00.000-07:00

Photo by Tabitha.I'm feeling out of sorts.Time to recollect my thoughts.Starting with a long overdue gratitude list..In no particular order or favor..I'm grateful for..1.my good health that taxi's me through my mixed moods2.my mind that reminds me to stay healthy and creative3.whole foods,laughs,stretches,kisses n hugs4.people who love me for me,who get me,and I them5.summer skies that teach me

..I like the night life baby..

2009-08-19T01:12:00.000-07:00

I just spent an hour out on the back deck in the dark.Lucinda Williams over the headphones,Honey by my side.Some of the bigger jets coming into YVR have somekiller headlights that shine across the black sky likethe headlights of an old Cadillac along a dark country road.I followed the satellites,admired the twinkle of the diamondstuds - watched a shooting star explode - taking a quick wishI sent

checking in..

2009-08-18T12:16:00.000-07:00