Why would a 66-year-old overweight, half-deaf woman with a bad knee want to travel abroad all by herself, especially when Covid was resurfacing? Because it is now or never. With many upheavals this past year, including losing people I love, and my own personal health scare that reminded me of my mortality, I knew I had to do this sooner than later. No more procrastinating … Continue reading First Solo International Trip
There are people we meet in life, through business, social situations, family and friends — the ones who are the loud, boisterous people who dominate a room. They speak to hear themselves speak and try to impress anyone who will listen. Then there are the quiet ones. Those who don’t say a lot, but once you get to know them, they awe you with their … Continue reading The Quiet Ones
I saw this couple’s funky cabin design on Houzz and am intrigued with this idea. We have a funky garage/shed outbuilding that I use for jewelry making and other projects, along with storage. I desperately want more natural light. I thought about removing the garage door (we’ve never parked a car in it) and putting in glass french doors. However, seeing this makes me … Continue reading Wall of Windows
I think most of us have been there, especially when you’ve been in a job for a long time. Job burnout. I found this article by Michael Broder to be filled with some common-sense tips. Only three, but they are important to remember. And there comes a time when you have to choose the third option. Remember, it’s your life (a short life, too) … Continue reading Keeping it Real: Addressing Job Burnout
I have always been an introvert, and I am also shy. Many people would assume those two things are equal, but they really aren’t, as explained in the attached article. I’m getting better at my shyness – I’ve had to working as long as I have. My introversion, however, is innate and it is who I am. At a pool party yesterday with family members, … Continue reading Introverts vs. Extroverts
This week has been very challenging for our family. A story not for me to tell, but nonetheless it has shaken our world and brought us all back to what truly matters. Today I read this article which made perfect sense to me: finding the joy in every day, even the crappy days. Because even the crappy days are here on earth, and that’s something … Continue reading What Do You Like To Do
Sharon A. Penny 