I want to learn from all my life experiences, good and bad. Breaking my wrist, wearing external fixators (don’t look if you’re squeamish), and going through a major hurricane = bad. Surviving, healing, getting stronger (slowly) = good. What’s come… Continue Reading
We are still without power as I write this, on Tuesday night. (I have loads of personal power, but no lights : >) We do have water, and that’s a great blessing. Living off the grid, however, is not… Continue Reading
Since I moved to Florida, I have survived many hurricanes. The scariest storm to hit Florida in the last 30 years was Hurricane Andrew in 1992. It was tragic to see the devastation Andrew caused in South Florida; we in Central… Continue Reading
Of course, being miserable is truly relative. I can’t say I’ve ever experienced misery in my life, compared to billions around the world who struggle with hunger and disease, violence and cruelty. I’ve had such an easy life: born… Continue Reading
Seriously, friends, be extra careful walking on your wet tile bathroom floor. I think I already knew that, but on Tuesday morning I took a violent spill, and ended up at the hospital with a badly broken wrist. It’s… Continue Reading
Most everyone likes to give advice; it’s not all good advice. We have to be discerning and think for ourselves. I try to always do that, and every now and then I get some free advice that’s truly beneficial.… Continue Reading
Ever since I found it at the Monk Vintage Shop in Greenwich Village, I’ve been absorbed in this little book (only 84 pages): Living Sober by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services. I haven’t ever struggled with alcohol, grateful for that,… Continue Reading
There’s an aspect of shopping that is inherently emotional for most of us, no matter how logical we are by nature. There’s the thrill of discovery, and adding new pieces to our closets that bring joy. Don’t we all love… Continue Reading