Aging with Grace

Navigating Life Changes

It happened to me the year I retired. You reach a certain age, and it all kicks in: Social Security, Medicare, and a fondness for hydrangeas. Sigrid Nunez Of course, I had anticipated that my husband and I would eventually retire. We would face the challenge of coexisting in our cozy, small condo, day and…

October 16, 2025

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Aging, Biography, Inspiration

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The Lost Art of Letter Writing

There is a charm to letters and cards that emails and smses can’t ever replicate, you cannot inhale them, drawing the fragrance of where they have been mailed from, the feel of paper in your hand bearing the weight of the words they contain within. Kiran Manral A friend was telling me about a book…

October 9, 2025

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Inspiration, Lifestyle, Social Commentary, writing

Aging, book-review, Books, correspondance, epistolary novels, Inspiration, Kiran Manral quote, letter writing, writing

Cherishing Friendships

When we’re older, let’s meet every Sunday at four in the cute little cafe we love. Let’s laugh at our foibles, our mishaps, and then release our mistakes to above. Donna Ashworth I am grateful for my friends. We aren’t able to meet in a charming cafe in New Orleans, but we still manage to…

October 2, 2025

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Aging, Biography, Inspiration, Lifestyle

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Writing Fiction

A Favorite Book Everything that is real was imagined first. The Velveteen Rabbit, Margery Williams Rosamunde Pilcher, one of my favorite authors, captivates me with her meticulous attention to detail and compelling mature characters. Among her numerous works, “September” stands out as one of my favorites. I find myself returning to it for comfort and…

September 25, 2025

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Biography, Inspiration, writing

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The Serenity of Santa Fe

Be careful when speaking. You create the world around you with your words. Navajo Quote During our trip to Santa Fe, I noticed a captivating painting at the La Fonda Hotel where we stayed. The Navajo artist infuses the artwork with a meaningful cultural significance, particularly in this region steeped in rich traditions. I’m drawn…

September 18, 2025

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Inspiration, Lifestyle, Social Commentary, travel, Uncategorized

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Embracing Imperfection

I occasionally revisit this topic, which challenges me as I consider the questions of self-expectation. It’s not only about seeking perfection; it’s that the intricate dance between ambition and reality often leads to frustration. Once, I had a highly respected manager tell me, “I could never be as hard on you as you are on…

September 4, 2025

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Aging, Inspiration, Lifestyle, Psychology

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Embrace a Soft Life

Home Soft Life The radical act of choosing calm over chaos, pleasure over pressure, and serenity over stress. It’s about crafting a life sprinkled with joy, simplicity, and maybe a bit of indulgence because why not? Life’s too short for subpar coffee and missed sunsets. Jennifer Walter This is one of my favorite photos of…

August 28, 2025

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Aging, Inspiration, Lifestyle

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Selective Memory

Chihuly Garden and Glass, Denver Botanic Gardens Memory is so selective; wishful thinking presses it into service all the time. Fay Weldon I have the unfortunate habit of seeing what should be there instead of what is there when I proofread my writing. Thankfully, AI has made my life much easier in this regard by…

August 21, 2025

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Aging, Inspiration, Social Commentary

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Life’s Journeys

Santa Fe, New Mexico The afternoon knows what the morning never suspected. Robert Frost Life has taken another turn. My husband’s retirement marks a significant milestone in our lives, and we’re excited to embark on a trip to Santa Fe to celebrate. He worked several years beyond my own retirement, and I knew he would…

August 14, 2025

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Aging, Inspiration, Lifestyle, Social Commentary

Aging, freedom, Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Kerr quote, Positive attitude, retirement, Robert Friost qoute