Why is it so hard to let go of stuff? I’m in the midst of preparing for a move across the country which will result in some major lifestyle changes as well. Example? Good-bye snow boots, hello flip-flops. The move is scheduled for mid-July and fortunately, I started packing weeks ago. Some stuff is easy, and the decision between packing, recycling, donating or tossing is simple. But it’s also easy to get hung up on decisions. And second guess. And wrangle your hands. And lose sleep. Why? Continue Reading
Colonoscopies – A right-of-passage
Imagine you’re a ninth grader taking a standardized test. One of the questions is a list, and you have to select which choice isn’t like the others. Driverless cars Face Transplants Drones that deliver packages Robotic hands that respond to voice commands Colonoscopy Prep Items 1-4 are the result of advances in technology, health and science. Number 5? Not so much. Not since the first colonoscopies were performed in 1969 has the process for cleaning out the colon for a good look-see Continue Reading
Another Birthday, Another Goal
Every year on my birthday, I take some time to reflect on the past year and set a goal for the new year. The birthday I just had this weekend was no different. I’m grateful for my health and the opportunity to do the things I want to do. This last year was wonderful and I have no reason to think my next year won’t be as well. Then I began to think about a goal for the next year. An idea immediately dripped from my consciousness like ice cream on this hot summer day. My goal? To stop Continue Reading
Midway through senior camp
Here it is, the end of the third week of what feels like senior camp in Arizona. Oh it’s not quite the same as the summer camp of my youth, but there are similarities – like nap time in the afternoon. A few years ago, Kathy introduced me to the notion of renting at an age-restricted, 55+ active senior community. I was hesitant at first. Now, I’m visiting my third community and I love it, and it does feel like camp, except for the meals. So what have I liked so far? Well first, there Continue Reading