Author Archives: Stef

About Stef

A "serious" gal who is trying to remember to lighten up and smile.

#100: Participate in a Tricycle online retreat

Posted on June 29, 2014 by Stef

I began meditating in earnest back in October 2009. I had spent the previous eighteen months working on some personal issues, and had arrived at a point where I was in a better spot, but still in need of self-care. … Continue reading →

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Never doubt the compassion of strangers

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Stef

I adore walking outside in the gorgeous summer months. During my daily outdoor endeavors I often pass runners and cyclists, parents with children, humans with pups. I smile at each of these beings, and continue on my merry way. Occasionally, … Continue reading →

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#40: Visit the James J Hill House (a Minnesota Historic Site)

Posted on May 17, 2014 by Stef

Several years ago, I spent two months in a 5th grade classroom as a Student Teacher (completing a requirement for my MAED [Master’s of Arts in Education]). My supervising teacher was a middle-aged man named Mr. P, and he was … Continue reading →

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#28: Participate in a National Day of Prayer

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Stef

If you have been following this blog for a while, you know that I am a spiritual seeker with an insatiable desire to learn more about new-to-me topics – especially ones that help me better understand people and cultures that … Continue reading →

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Beyond 101: Participate in World Book Night

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Stef

What Is It? World Book Night (WBN) is a world-wide effort to get books into the hands of adult light- and non-readers. It is held annually on April 23 – Shakespeare’s birthday. Volunteers register to receive 20 copies of a … Continue reading →

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#46: Go to a concert at Orchestra Hall

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Stef

One of the motivating forces behind many of the items on my 101 list is the general idea of taking full advantage of all local offerings before longing to travel and see sights that other cities/countries hold; aka, “Things I … Continue reading →

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Backstory to 101 Item #46

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Stef

At the end of our fourth grade year, my classmates and I were invited to attend an “instrument” evening. The purpose of this gathering was to allow each of us to get a hand’s-on opportunity to try any brass, wood, … Continue reading →

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What I like about me

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Stef

One of my writing friends achieved a milestone with her blog today – she published her 100th post. (Woot!) To celebrate her accomplishment, she decided to celebrate herself – and she loudly and proudly wrote 10 things she likes about … Continue reading →

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Beyond 101: Visit the Art Shanty Projects

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Stef

I live in a state where winter can occupy the climate for six months of the year – literally. (I.e., November through April – or longer.) Fortunately, I also live in a state populated by hearty and determined folk of … Continue reading →

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Beyond 101: Donate my hair*

Posted on January 26, 2014 by Stef

(*and color my hair, and allow someone else to choose my hairstyle) I was born with a full head of hair. At one month old I sported a lush black mop top; by the time I was two years old … Continue reading →

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