Years ago when I was in the doldrums over moving to a new city, starting life over in a new marriage, and feeling unsure about choices I’d made I ran across an article in an issue of Reader’s Digest, (July 1984) … Continue reading →
Recently I stayed at a fancy hotel in San Jose, California for a conference. While visiting one of the public restrooms I was suddenly aware of how annoyed I get with some of the modern ‘conveniences’–even in upscale buildings. auto … Continue reading →
I’m all too familiar with the expression ‘in one ear and out the other.’ I’ve been guilty on many counts of hearing and forgetting—just like that. But lately as I grow older I’m creating my own variation of that … Continue reading →
“Two for $5.00” read the sign in the produce section of our local market. I couldn’t pass up this great buy. Two sweet round melons for such a price. I carried them to my basket and then home to … Continue reading →
This past week I noticed that talking wasn’t cutting it. I had chatted online with service representatives for various vendors over one thing and another, had shared my worries about all things technical with listening friends and with my son, … Continue reading →
Have you ever felt like breakin’ the rules? Especially the ones you’ve imposed on yourself–the ones that are so familiar you keep them without even thinking, without knowing you don’t have to obey them day in and day out? I … Continue reading →
The other day a girlfriend and I were talking about our kids–the grown ones! We were proud to share their accomplishments but we had a few suggestions for them, of course. “She never listens to me,” said my friend, speaking … Continue reading →
I drove through my community last weekend on my way to a movie with a friend. I was surprised at all the garage and yard sales I saw lining the streets out to the thoroughfare. Many items were priced for … Continue reading →
Ah summer! A great time to relax with some good books. Do you have a few lined up on your shelf? I do. Here’s what I’ve read or plan to read over the next few months. “Whenever … Continue reading →
Hi everyone. I’m home from three weeks of family smiles, tears, and farewells as three of my grandchildren graduated from law school/and or college on the East Coast. What a great time we had. Now they are off to … Continue reading →