What do you do if something extraordinary happens to you–out of the blue? I ask because such an event landed in my checking account on March 10th. I don’t need to describe the boring details, but it involved Social Security. (SS) My reaction was similar to the loss cycle: bargaining, denial, anger, depression, and then acceptance. Initially, I thought, “What? This … [Read more...]
Thankfulness extends beyond the obvious
As I sit at my computer to write this week’s article for Thanksgiving, I am eating a Sees chocolate – a white Apple Pie Truffle. It is delicious, and I am thankful. Yum! I am thankful for the sweet, smooth, decadent filling and the dipped chocolate that melts on my tongue. I am grateful for the anticipation of pure delight as the impeccable treat teases my eyes and taste … [Read more...]
It’s hard to beat a win-win
Here we are the day before turkey, cranberries, and pumpkin pie. For many, that is reality; for others, like me, it’s waiting for an invite to dinner or making a reservation. It’s also about sitting around a beautiful table, holding hands while saying grace, and then talking freely and laughing loudly. As it was for the Pilgrims in 1621, its primary intent is … [Read more...]
Be glad you’re not an old horse
Be glad you’re not an old horse One of my favorite summer activities is having my grandchildren visit. Each has different interests and therefore different requests for activities. Recently, the chosen fun was horseback riding. The show-up time was 9:45; I signed the form stating that any injury inflicted while riding their horses was entirely my fault. We were assigned … [Read more...]
What makes me cry
What makes me cry Memorial Day is one of my favorite days of the year. Why? Two reasons: 1) I LOOOOVVE America and I am SOOOO grateful for the men and women who have fought for our freedom. 2) I run in the 10K Bolder Boulder and sit in Folsom Field Stadium at the University of Colorado and cry with no shame. I stand and clap through the whole Memorial Day Tribute: Presentation … [Read more...]
True giving – sincerity of the heart
True giving - sincerity of the heart Oh the holidays; the happy holidays; memories of childhood wonder; love in the air; Christmas carols humming in our heads; and festivities abounding. Our blessings are immeasurable…… That is one side of the story. That is the ideal. The other side of the story is the family living down the street that has no money for turkey or ham; … [Read more...]