Hermitage is from Old French hermitage, from heremite, "hermit," ultimately from Greek eremites, "dwelling in the desert," from eremia, "desert," from eremos, "solitary; desolate."
hermitage \HUHR-muh-tij\, noun:1. The habitation of a hermit or group of hermits.2. A monastery or abbey.3. A secluded residence; a retreat; a hideaway.
hermit \HUHR-mut\, noun 1. a person who has withdrawn to a solitary place for a life of religious seclusion.
Monday, May 19, 2008
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Oh Leslie,
It has been hard since my mother's death. I feel I'm under water and can't quite get my feet underneath me. I'm so glad you found my blog and that we are 'reconnected'. A playdate for sure is in our future. I am so proud of you for finishing your thesis. I wonder sometimes what makes women like us do these unlikely things - so much bubbling inside and wanting to find a voice to let it out. You're the best. DeAnn
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