Remembering Mom from a Distance It was my sister who reminded me that this year would mark the 20th anniversary of our mom’s death. The day, November 1, would not have gone by without my realizing this, but I was grateful for my sister’s early reminder as it gave me time to reflect. “She justContinue reading “Twenty Years Past and Still Present”
Category Archives: Menopause
Things Change
Lying in bed on a recent morning, hoping to fall back asleep after a wee hour trip to the bathroom, I heard the rain turn to snow. I rested with a restless mind, listening to the peaceful pitter-patter before it faded into silence. Things change. So much has changed in the last eight months. WeContinue reading “Things Change”
Blessing of Cold Air
My first post! I wrote this one month into the pandemic. I share it now as I remember the confusion and uncertainty we all felt; the comfort of being together and the fear of not understanding what would happen next. So much sadness, with gratitude mixed in as we were safe, healthy and yes, together.Continue reading “Blessing of Cold Air”
Me and My 50s 