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Ten Years of Kona

Today is my dog Kona’s tenth birthday and though it may seem silly, I would be remised if I did not pause, to reflect and to honor what a joy it has…

Feb 10 • Alix McManus

What Childhood Taught Me

About snowstorms and standing up for what is right.

Jan 28 • Alix McManus

A Walk with Winter

It isn’t until it arrives each year but now that I am firmly in the middle of it, I have been reminded once again that winter is my favorite time for…

Jan 13 • Alix McManus

Music, a Memory Book

This afternoon I sat at my desk, staring at the blank page of this newsletter, typing and deleting, typing and deleting and the lyrics of a song kept…

Dec 23, 2025 • Alix McManus

Where do I Write From Here?

I’ve been remised on how to show up here as of late.

Dec 5, 2025 • Alix McManus

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What Childhood Taught Me

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