writing, is to writers

Reading.  Blogging.  Writing.  Walking.  Sleeping.  While the hole(s) in my abdomen heal, and the antibiotics kill off a stubborn infection, my routine has completely upended from what I have been doing for years.   

A walk in the park

Several of my neighbors and co-workers who have dogs, are enjoying the health benefits of walking their canine pals.  Andrew Weil is one of many experts who say, if you want to get regular exercise, get a dog.  Healthy dogs, people and neighborhoods seem to be naturally linked.

bridge education

Two centuries ago, a half-million children of the majority poor and working class in Ireland never went to what we … More

Guest blogger: Mothering, Marriage and Menopause

Six days into my vacation and I’m truly feeling relaxed. I’ll even forgive the crazy bird that continues to visit us at night. Last night, I woke up and decided to fix a cup of coffee before I looked at the clock. It was 1:30am. I stumbled back to bed but not before making a note to buy earplugs today. But no worries…I can still take my nap today so all if right with the world.

humor heals

Life happens.  I went into the hospital two weeks ago last Sunday and for a week I have been recuperating … More

male bonding

What does cactus such as pictured here, three middle-aged men, and to-do lists have to do with one another?   A … More

dogs and neighbors

To God be humble, to thy friend be kind, and with thy neighbors gladly lend and borrow; His chance tonight, it maybe thine tomorrow. William Dunbar (1460 – 1520)