Let’s not lose the physical touch.

When it’s safe, I hope we go back to touching and hugging. Social distancing started a number of weeks ago. It started with no more handshakes, no hugs, and progressed. Now we don’t get together, we don’t gather. My social … Read more

Bringing sunshine in when it feels dark.

My silly morning of Easter eggs. I’ve lost track of time, and have no idea how long I have been self-isolating. Some days I feel strong; other days I am not doing so well. Maybe you are experiencing the same … Read more

Can I get tougher in just 2 minutes a day?

I don’t feel tough… It’s Saturday… it’s an unusual Saturday because we don’t have any plans today, which is good because I’m still recovering from gall bladder surgery. My husband would prefer I was resting (he worries about me). But … Read more

Would you consider yourself brave?

I don’t consider myself brave but others do consider me brave … I don’t consider myself brave. I’m afraid to drive in the snow, to ride roller coasters, of heights, of falling ….. The list can go on an on. … Read more

Spend time with the ones you are with.

Cellphones and vacation. I remember sitting on my deck in Cancun, Mexico. Shawn was still sleeping. I had been up long enough to write in my journal, meditate, and watch and listen to some of the resort wake up. Shawn … Read more

What If?

Two little words that stop us… “What if”. My husband has been suggesting for months, maybe even years, that I write a blog. My friend, Mitch, has also made a similar suggestion. She even bought me a poster to plant … Read more