Lily Windows
March 16, 2023
I hope Grandma Lily would approve… … More Lily Windows
A taxing day
March 15, 2023
The numbers fly in-and-out of my thoughts, bumping into each other, zooming this way and that. I can’t stop stressing over things like taxable income, tax withholdings, standard deductions, and tax brackets. If they sound like jargon, you would be right. Now I’m sure the accountants and tax professionals in the crowd are salivating, but … More A taxing day
Beds, Boundaries, and Beyond
March 13, 2023
For the past couple of years, my daughter, Miss O, has slept in my bed most nights. At some point, I just gave up the pretense of having her go to bed in her own bed because she worried the “thieves” would get her when she would shift from her bed to mine in the … More Beds, Boundaries, and Beyond
An Unexpected Gift
March 12, 2023
Listen up…trust your gut… … More An Unexpected Gift
Women’s Voices
March 11, 2023
While still focusing on aging and the lighter side of that process, I really wanted to pay homage if you will to everyone who identifies as female across our earth. Wednesday, March 8th was the official celebration date this year for International Women’s Day. Statistically, according to the US CDC (Centers for Disease Control) men … More Women’s Voices
Podcast Episode 8: I Write…Because I Wonder
March 10, 2023
I love this quote from Lucille Clifton. Some days I’m not sure I “know” anything but boy, do I wonder/wander in a never-ending stream of fascination and bemusement, Vicki-style. Okay, sometimes my wonder/wander brings frustration and impatience – but you’ll be happy to know I’m usually the target. Writing helps me think and more than … More Podcast Episode 8: I Write…Because I Wonder
How Many Donkeys are you Carrying on Your Back?
March 9, 2023
Before you roll your eyes, let me explain why this question does make sense. It came up in a recent conversation with a friend. No, neither one of us raises or plans to raise donkeys; it’s related to a retelling of an old Aesop fable that goes something like this: A grandfather and his grandson … More How Many Donkeys are you Carrying on Your Back?
Meditate on this!
March 8, 2023
I close my eyes and slow my breathing. I’m trying to be in the moment, but I can’t stop wondering if I’m following the directions the way I had learned. I can’t get rid of the worry that I’m doing it wrong. I’m full of questions. What should I be thinking about, should I let my … More Meditate on this!
It’s In The Cards
March 6, 2023
What are our guiding angels trying to tell us? … More It’s In The Cards
Grunts, Groans & Magic Salad
March 5, 2023
A salad…is like eating a bag of yard work? Jim Gaffigan…you make me smile! 😊 … More Grunts, Groans & Magic Salad
The Heart of the Matter 