It was the ugliest divorce I've ever seen and I’ve seen a few. But I couldn’t help my friend right then. I was having a challenging day myself. I woke up to a power outage, tip-toed over to turn off my electric blanket so that... Continue
What's Up With That?
In recent conversations these days, we agree it’s hard hearing of relentless shootings and terrible news. Emotions and opposing opinions pull on us like an undertow. We can’t help but feel overwhelmed sometimes. But, the fact is, no one is born believing they have no... Continue
Returning to being with humans again is throwing us another curve ball. There’s a certain excitement about seeing people but, there’s also edginess. You know, like a person leaving a tiny, ticklish criticism in the midst of a conversation about Christmas plans. The opening of... Continue
I met Walt in the weirdest way – you know, the way life is sometimes. I was on a dating site and hating it. Walt was into it, full throttle, driving all the way from Walnut Creek. We went out several times, always with chatter about the... Continue
It’s surreal, from Obama to Trump, Covid shutting doors around the world for two years, heat waves above 110 degrees in our little buttercup town – then throw in some days of gratitude, fun with friends, rains and earthquakes. So, here’s what’s on my mind... Continue
Here’s my opinion: If you don’t get to the roots of the weed it just grows back. We can remove guns and make new laws, that goes a long way. But, until communities have affordable, competent mental health counselors and educators who help people learn... Continue
Let’s be honest, there’s lots to think about these days. We’re bombarded with boisterous politicians throwing food at walls, abortion threats, fire season, constant troubling news, and the high cost of everything. It’s more than enough to chew on, maybe that’s why I chipped a... Continue
We’re all a little worn around the edges these days. It’s been a ride being alive in these unfathomable times, but it’s made me jump up and down with glee lately to see some of you and chat. Hello Sonoma! I wonder if you feel... Continue
It's an unsettling time for the heart. We alternate from grief and fear to feeling grateful or grumpy. More killing of innocent beings, political divides, vaccine arguments, income and fire fears, abortion threats and personal loss alongside gladness for spring socializing – it’s all too... Continue
Ok, I get it. The news is probably full of the next battle after the Oscars slap. It’s old news by now. But, I'm a 60s boomer waiting for the peace we preached and protested for, and nowadays all I see is fighting. It’s just... Continue