Dear Friends, I wish my title had more of a positive tone to it, but since I like to make lemonade out of lemons, it gives me a chance to talk about “sour” moments and how I find redemption. I hesitate to even mention this subject (the lost golf swing) because it seems so trite … Continue reading Gremlins, Goblins & Vultures (the saga of the lost golf swing and what matters most)
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Ukulele Torture…and Rapture
Dear Friends, Glimpsing into the world of retirement, I mentally listed ways in which I might challenge myself and seek new adventures in learning. I like to be a step ahead and set goals and look at the calendar weeks, months in advance. These attributes or shall I say “habits” of looking at past, present … Continue reading Ukulele Torture…and Rapture
Lessons Merry and Scary: Part II
Exactly one month ago at Thanksgiving I was ruminating on life's sweet and sour lessons and approaching them from a neutral stance, i.e., lessons aren't good or bad, they just are, and they are there for our growth. Now here I am at Christmas time with more lessons to share! Isn't that too funny… the lessons … Continue reading Lessons Merry and Scary: Part II
The Conjuring Coin
I recently had the delightful pleasure of sharing a mini vacation with my daughter and grandson. It was the first airplane ride for the three year old and I was excited to be able to share it with him. The three of us sat at an airport café having snacks before our flight and … Continue reading The Conjuring Coin
Slowing it down
I recently heard someone say in a self-help YouTube video that she "woke some people up, but it was too early for them and they crashed and burned". Or words to that effect. Something struck me about that statement and I immediately responded internally that no one can take full responsibility for waking up others. Perhaps a … Continue reading Slowing it down
A Little More Quiet, S’il Vous Plait
I naturally wake up any time between 5am – 6am. I really don't consider myself a morning person, but when I wake up early naturally, it's as if my brain has suddenly flipped a switch and turned on and I feel quite clear headed. If somehow I trick myself to falling back asleep, I tend … Continue reading A Little More Quiet, S’il Vous Plait
The Speed of Walking
I'm a fast walker. I don't like to dilly-dally or saunter. I want to pump my arms and fly. People driving by will know it's me from a distance. They see the flailing arms and the fast gait. I never have anything in my ears for a number of reasons. I feel I am safer … Continue reading The Speed of Walking
Walking Out On My Mother (w/ A Happy Ending!)
Dear Friends, I begin my first blog with a family story. My beloved father passed away in 2009 and left me in charge with the care of a needy mother. As the oldest of four girls, and as one comfortable in the role of boss, I resigned myself to this role but felt a heavy … Continue reading Walking Out On My Mother (w/ A Happy Ending!)
