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
Let’s Dance!
March 4, 2023
We are starting month 3 here at The Heart of The Matter! Because spring is around the corner (somewhere) we are choosing to lighten up a bit to embrace the longer, sunnier days. That means our attitudes, outlook and posts this month are undergoing a slight change. We are all about the humor, especially when … More Let’s Dance!
Episode 7: Grow Damn It!
March 3, 2023
When I went to schedule a podcast recording with author, Cheryl Oreglia, she said I could pick the time and quipped about her husband of 40 years, “Because I just have Larry [to keep entertained] and he can be left alone for short amounts of time.” It’s indicative of the great humor she uses in … More Episode 7: Grow Damn It!
The Subtleties of Love Addiction
March 3, 2023
The word “addiction” is so alarming to me and brings up all kinds of associations. I think of my mother with her vodka, her DUI’s, her rehab stints, and her overall sad and lonely train wreck of a life. I think of movies that portray addiction and recovery incredibly well, such as 28 Days and Thanks for Sharing. I think of being taken to AA meetings by my parents, my twin sister and I playing under the table while people talk about their feelings in a room full of cigarette smoke. I think of 12-step recovery books arranged welcomingly on the top of toilet tanks (that’s kind of a thing people in recovery do). I grew up in a recovery family and have seen many forms of alcohol addiction. I’ve seen loved ones recover and loved ones pass away from the disease. It’s a loaded word, and for most of my life, I swore I would never be associated with it … More The Subtleties of Love Addiction
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