“Mom, you have to eat something.” I have made three things, and she won’t eat any of them. “I need my coffee.” “Ok, but you need to eat something.” I bring her a cup of coffee. She takes one sip and makes a face like she just drank dirt. “It needs sugar.” “Mom, I … [Read more...] about This Will Not Be Me
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Harnessing the Power of a Midlife Crisis
How to Recalibrate Without Burning It All Down For as long as I can remember, I have heard about an ominous mystery lurking in the shadows, like a lion waiting to pounce, ready to derail people's lives, families, and marriages. It was a mystery to be feared as much as … [Read more...] about Harnessing the Power of a Midlife Crisis
Running on E and a Prayer
I will be the first to admit that I have a bad habit of flirting with the empty line on the gas tank in my car. Some people do not let their tank go below a quarter tank left before they fill it up. Unfortunately, I am not one of those people. I have pulled into the gas … [Read more...] about Running on E and a Prayer
Finding Mindfulness and Meditation That Works For You
I get up to feed my pestering dog breakfast and notice a line of brilliant orange peeking up over the horizon. It is going to be one of those picture-perfect sunrises. The race is on. They only last about 15 minutes. But it is a perfect 15 … [Read more...] about Finding Mindfulness and Meditation That Works For You
Anxiety over Health Concerns
This is a true story. Last November I sought a functional health doctor to combat swollen joints and possible arthritis. I knew inflammation was an issue and wanted to explore a holistic route prior to going to a rheumatologist. I am not ready to go on a bunch of prescription … [Read more...] about Anxiety over Health Concerns
On Aging and Grace
I push the treadmill speed past six and look up into the mirror in front of me. I see determination staring back. I see the runners on both sides of me and I have a good ten years on them. When did this happen? I was always the youngest in the pack. In my … [Read more...] about On Aging and Grace
