In The Scheme of Things by Nan S. Russell

"Do not the most moving moments of our lives find us all without words." -Marcel Marceau

IN THE SCHEME OF THINGS …
reflections on this journey called life
By Nan S. Russell

February 2012	Experiencing Magic
	There was no particular reason why I thought five was the correct number. But, it seemed an appropriate...

December 2011	Saying No to New Year's Resolutions
	I'm not a fan of New Year's resolutions. Sure, I've made dozens, all with good intentions and a bit...

November 2011	Wishing Upon a Star
	The two block Main Street in the Montana town where I live offers a unique combination of one-of-a-kind...

October 2011	Life is Like a Buffet Table
	Pouring myself a bowl of soup from the buffet table, I noticed a teenage boy standing slightly behind...

September 2011	Seeing the Mountains
	Bits and pieces of the man's life story emerged as two strangers, seated directly behind me, visited...

August 2011	A Bit of Reflection
	A carved sign on a wall in a country store caught my eye. "All because two people fell in love," it...

July 2011	Life's Doors
	Promising value in excess of the price, my little girl imagination saw each wrapped box as a treasure...

June 2011	Dueling Frames
	Like dueling pianos competing for attention at Jellyrolls, a fun piano bar on the Boardwalk at Walt...

May 2011	Natural Inspiration
	The hints commenced with the changing landscape, traversed by dramatic colors and intriguing rock formulations....

March / April 2011	Failed Expectations
	It wasn't the weekend expected. Following a couple weeks of complicated travel to multiple cities for...

February 2011	Killing Time
	It was our first day of our family's vacation in Disney World, and the morning of our granddaughter's...

January 2011	A Different Friendship
	Technical savvy is not among my best traits. So, when attempts at using a wireless printer continued...

This archive shows the previous 12 months of In the Scheme of Things columns.

Nan’s In the Scheme of Things columns have been published in: Chicken Soup for the Shopper’s Soul; Cup of Comfort for Weddings; Classic Christmas; Letters to My Teachers.

Readers' Comments:

Thank you for sharing from your heart what may be every women's story. You put it so beautifully that those who haven't stepped out into their own yet and want to, will. Robin

You are a beautiful writer and your message was something I needed to hear right now. Great timing. MC

Your work is terrific. Sometimes I feel your words are written just for me. Jay

I enjoy all your columns. Charles

I would really like a book of all your articles. I hope you're working on one. I print out each email and read it again and again during the month. Thanks for the inspiration. Terri

One of my friends introduced me to your work and I just love your writing. I so look forward to getting your column each month. Norma

Great. Great. Great. Keep 'em coming. Josh