We frequently celebrate the firsts in our lives. Today, I’ll describe and celebrate one of the ‘lasts’ of my life. During the past few years, after watching a Netflix series that included a ranch with many horses, I’ve been longing to ride a horse again. I briefly investigated some nearby riding stables, but never actedContinue reading “Horseback Riding”
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To Ask or Not to Ask? That Is the Question
With apologies to Shakespeare What is this question that I am wondering about asking? Here it is: When we need or want help from someone, should we ask for it or wait until it’s offered? Although there are reasons for either ask and wait, I lean more towards ask, though, of course, the ‘right’ answerContinue reading “To Ask or Not to Ask? That Is the Question”
Stop Saving It!
This morning, as I ended my shower, I noticed something on my shelf that has been there for about a year. It was something that I took home from a retreat that left me feeling worthwhile, loved, treasured, even and it was simply a packet of body oil. During the retreat, this packet of DanyanContinue reading “Stop Saving It!”
High School Reunion
High School Reunion My 60th high school reunion was celebrated last week and it was a complete pleasure! Except, perhaps, for reading through the names of more than a hundred who have died. It was sobering to read, most of the names so familiar to me, reminding me of my good fortune to be amongContinue reading “High School Reunion”
Old Lady on an Electric Bicycle
First, about the ‘old lady.’ I AM an old lady, 77 years old, if observed through anyone else’s eyes, other than my own. For myself, I don’t usually feel like an old lady, but to the younger person alive inside of me, I am now an old lady. Sometimes, I feel every year of me.Continue reading “Old Lady on an Electric Bicycle”
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