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About karentreat

I started this blog in my middle years of life. Now, I am closer to the later years of life. I am married, was a registered nurse, now a ELCA ordained pastor, and a trained spiritual director. I have three married children and a son living with us as he attends graduate school. I published my first book "And Then There Was Me- Meditations from the Empty Nest" in September 2025. It is a gift to myself and others in times of transition. I continue to write...knowing there is no finish line and enjoying the many mile markers along the way.

Campsite

Posted on August 29, 2025 by karentreat

We used to “camp” in our pop-up camper when the kids were young. It was chaotic, unruly, uneven, and wonderful. There was bickering and laughter. And lots of bike riding and eating of pie. And we loved every minute of … Continue reading →

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