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Images, Japan, Memoir, Minnesota, The Same Moon

Peony snow

This type of snowfall takes me back to one of Japan’s aptly named weather phenomena … Continue reading Peony snow

Sarah Coomber - writerApril 20, 2022April 20, 20222 Comments
Minnesota

Dressing for the (cold) occasion

It’s cold here in Minnesota, but when duty — the dog — calls, dressing right makes it possible to stay relatively cozy. Here’s my how-to … Continue reading Dressing for the (cold) occasion

Sarah Coomber - writerJanuary 6, 20228 Comments
meditations, Memoir, Minnesota

Beauty from challenge

Watching Leo’s coat change caused me to reflect that hardships do more than challenge us … Continue reading Beauty from challenge

Sarah Coomber - writerMarch 4, 2021March 1, 20214 Comments
cross country skier
Memoir, Minnesota

Second-chance snow

A snap decision or comment can have a major impact on our lives. So can a few snowflakes. (Thank goodness!) #MondayMemories Continue reading Second-chance snow

Sarah Coomber - writerMarch 1, 2021September 26, 20214 Comments
Memoir, Minnesota

Worth the quarter century wait (skijoring, take 3)

Even a couple of months ago, I had no plan to take up skijoring, but today, Leo and I have proven you can teach middle-age dogs and women new tricks! Continue reading Worth the quarter century wait (skijoring, take 3)

Sarah Coomber - writerFebruary 21, 20214 Comments
Memoir, Minnesota

When being right goes wrong (skijoring, take 2)

Leo reveals how my decision to choose “correctness” over convention has created an unexpected challenge in our training to become a skijoring duo. Continue reading When being right goes wrong (skijoring, take 2)

Sarah Coomber - writerFebruary 20, 2021February 24, 20216 Comments
Minnesota, Quotes

Good gear

Leo is developing an attitude about weather. Guess that’s what happens when you come with a fur coat pre-installed. Continue reading Good gear

Sarah Coomber - writerFebruary 7, 2021Leave a comment
Memoir, Minnesota

Living out in front

Since our move from Washington to Minnesota, Leo the dog has proven to be the most enthusiastic adopter of a life lived at the front of the house. Continue reading Living out in front

Sarah Coomber - writerFebruary 4, 2021February 4, 20216 Comments
Minnesota

The winter ya-yas: a cautionary tale (skijoring, take 1)

Cold weather can inspire some interesting experiments. My latest: an attempt at a winter activity called skijoring. Continue reading The winter ya-yas: a cautionary tale (skijoring, take 1)

Sarah Coomber - writerJanuary 28, 2021February 24, 20214 Comments
Slippers
Minnesota

Winter in Minnesota: happy feet

Adapting to a Red River Valley winter is a true feat (haha), so today I’m sharing how my family is adapting in the foot department. Continue reading Winter in Minnesota: happy feet

Sarah Coomber - writerJanuary 14, 2021January 15, 20212 Comments

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