Wandering Shannon Posts

  • It’s Good to be Home

    After twelve days of trotting coast-to-coast visiting family and friends, I have to say I’m delighted to be back in my Montana home. It’s not that I really needed a reminder of why I absolutely love it here, but the trip back to the Seattle area confirmed that I made the right decision when I… Read more

  • Family Feelings

    The holidays are a time when we gather with family and friends. Sometimes those gatherings bring up feelings of pain and regret rather than delight in seeing our loved ones. We are reminded of the loss of loved ones as well as the disappointments and disagreements of the past. Thus, the holidays are often more… Read more

  • ‘Tis the Season to Be Busy

    Oh my, have I been busy! I can’t believe that December is more than halfway over, and I am just now getting to my first post of the month. The Christmas magic in my cozy new hometown continues. December first was the night of the Christmas parade. Fortunately, a friend had asked me if I… Read more

  • Thankful Weekend

    As I sit down to write on this chilly Sunday evening, I feel like I’m living out a Hallmark movie. Really, the only missing element is finding the love of my life in my new hometown. Who knows? Maybe that is in next week’s script. My Thanksgiving weekend started with serving the community meal at… Read more

  • Getting in the Spirit

    One of the things that drew me to my new hometown was that they celebrate Christmas in a big way. Yes, I am one of those people who absolutely loves Christmas, and I have been anticipating “Elf Day” since I signed the papers on my house back in June. What exactly is “Elf Day?” Everyone… Read more

  • Just Being Neighborly

    One of the things I was looking for when I decided to move to a small town was a sense of community. I knew the town offered several events throughout the year which was certainly attractive. Along with that, I wanted to get to know my neighbors and feel like I was part of something.… Read more