A reader asked me recently, “How do you get started as a writer?’ When I get a question like this, I think about the times when I didn’t know how to begin. How does anyone begin to act on their dreams? Many times people told me, “Just write,” but that wasn’t helpful. There are so [...]
Celebrate! Take a Pause!
01/24/2012 By 9 Comments
Music works not just because of the notes, but because of the space between them. Those pauses, some brief, some longer, create a mood. When we hear good music, we may fall in love all over again. Sometimes we are inspired, and other times just want to dance. Without the pauses, the music is nothing [...]
I Put Those Glasses Somewhere
01/23/2012 By 14 Comments
When I was young and foolish, I passed by a Reading Glasses To Go store. Snickering, I wondered how on earth such a store could survive. Now I know better, and I’m wondering if I should cash in on the franchise. We all think that we’re never going to need them, and when I started [...]
Time for a Blog Recommendation!
01/19/2012 By 4 Comments
It’s Thursday, so it’s that time again to talk about someone else’s blog for a change! I always check my Twitter feed for people who are doing interesting things, and I’m never disappointed. This week’s recommendation is Aging Abundantly, a great website for the over-50 set. It is so chock-full of information and inspiration that [...]
News and Nonsense – The Best Worst Movie
01/18/2012 By 3 Comments
Good morning! Before I tell you about a fun documentary I watched recently, I have a few news items to share: YogaHub is offering their annual virtual yoga conference in early February. I signed up a while back because I enjoyed last year’s so much. From the privacy of our homes, we can participate in [...]
