Growing Older : On Turning 81 or Birds in the Bathroom
I’m celebrating this birthday with a two-week Viking cruise in Central America. Apart from lots of history, this is what …
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Living Two Lives
I was never interested in living two lives. Sounded too complicated for me. But here I am, one week shy …
Growing Older: Christmas Gifts from my Grand Dogs
First, you must meet them—my adorable grand dog puppies. Here I am sitting quietly at my daughter’s on Christmas Day …
snowed in
Don’t even try to follow my screen shots below! But I want you to experience the frustration I had last …
Thanksgiving at 80
For most of my adult life, my family celebrated Thanksgiving at my brother’s home in Michigan. We would come from …
On My Own Now for End Tables and Lamps
For most of the 56 years I was married, my husband made my end tables. I’d often want to buy …
$$$ A Surprising Surgical Outcome $$$
Did you know that “the monotony and solitude of a quiet life stimulates the creative mind”? Albert Einstein said that, …
Grateful to be Screwless with a New Hip and Even-Steven Legs
I’m on my way. I’ve shagged my walker. I use a cane only when I’m outdoors and only to help …
Wearing Esther’s Shoes – White Skechers
“Sharp shoes,” my physical therapist said. “Would you like to hear the story behind them?” “Sure,” she said as she …
Graduation from Patienthood — Pending!
Two weeks ago I asked you for help staying sane while I try to meet my goal of being cured …
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