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Letter Writing
Handwritten letters are some of my most treasured things. A deep surge of joy fills my heart when I open my mailbox to find a letter bearing my name and a beautiful stamp. When I have the privilege to write a letter, I begin with choosing my paper. The paper I use most commonly is plain lined writing paper, or some simple stationery. With pencil and paper, I embark on my journey of creativity and relaxation. After a greeting, I write about what is taking up my time, whether it is school or work or play, and then I eagerly describe any new or exciting news such as, upcoming trips…
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Back to the Basics
Electricity—The impact of this single word is profound in our technologically advanced society. We rely on this commodity every day. It becomes easy and almost unavoidable to take the privilege of electricity for granted. We use it all the time. We use it when we take a shower, turn on a light, or cook a meal. It is everywhere. The electricity in the valley comes from our own (small), hydro-powered powerhouse, and the backup diesel generators. Though we theoretically have a steady supply of power, we experience frequent power outages. I count this as a blessing. It is a reminder of how great a privilege electricity is. The longer you…
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Welcome
Welcome everyone, My name is Sarah, and this is my blog. After much prompting from friends and family, I decided to start a blog to share my unique home and experiences. I live in a remote mountain valley nestled beautifully in the Pacific Northwest. Our valley is filled with stately evergreens and gurgling creeks. There are deer, bear, squirrels, skunks, elk, bobcats, cougars, coyotes, weasels, martens, wolverines, chipmunks, hundreds of birds and bugs, bunnies, and very occasionally badgers. What makes my home so unique is the isolation and the community. The valley is not accessible through traditional means of transportation and the people who brave this wilderness are connected in…
