Finding Hope in 2020
Oddly enough, I’m finding cause for optimism amid the turmoil and trauma of 2020. I have a new-found optimism that the...
A Quilt of Heroes
Life is a quilt, lots of pieces, some prettier than others. There are lots of tears that require repair, stains that seem...
My Third Act—Art for a Good Cause
When I was about eight, a teacher told me that art was not my thing. I should find something else to do. Surely I had other...
Save Yourself Now – Stories Worth Passing Along
A favorite story of my grandmother’s concerned a young man who was strolling down the alley adjacent to our yard. When...
Old School – New website takes ageism to task
“How old are you?” “Why do you ask?” “You seem so young. I can’t imagine why someone your age cares about...
Writing Your Life Story? It’s OK to Start in the Middle
So, you want to write a memoir. Where do you start? Start in the middle. Start with something that tickles your fancy. Ruby...
Leaving a Legacy of a Safer Society
When people think of the word “grandmother,” certain common associations come to mind: wise, nurturing, retired. But...
How Will You be Remembered?
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how...
Finding the Silver Lining
While aging is basically good, one of my favorite things about it is its complexity. When things don’t go as you’d hoped,...
The Importance of Legacy Planning
As we grow older, it is fairly common to reflect on what our life has stood for and what we will leave behind for people...
