Describe a decision you made in the past that helped you learn or grow. When I was in middle school and high school all I wanted to be was an airline stewardess. Yes, that’s what they were called. The job requirements were to be 5’5” tall, slim, at least 19, and unmarried. I met allContinue reading “Shifting Gears”
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My Mother
Describe a positive thing a family member has done for you. For many years my mother was a heavy drinker, in reality, an alcoholic. But in the haziness of her alcoholism, I could see a kind and gentle person. A woman who cared deeply and scarred easily. At 69 she chose to get sober andContinue reading “My Mother”
I love sushi
What is your favorite restaurant? Many of my friends really don’t like sushi. They find the thought of raw fish disturbing, although many of the rolls have cooked fish. When my 17-year-old granddaughter visits, we usually get a boatload of sushi, sashimi, and rolls. There are several good places near where I live but IContinue reading “I love sushi”
10 Years From Now
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Oh boy! That’s a hard one. I will be in my 89s if I am fortunate to live that long. In all seriousness, if I am in good shape I hope to be active. Hiking, traveling, doing the things I do now. Maybe I will travel lessContinue reading “10 Years From Now”
A Positive Change
Describe one positive change you have made in your life. One major change which I believe was cataclysmic to my being who I am today is that I stopped drinking. During my youth, my 20s and most of my 30, alcohol had been my best friend and then my worst enemy. It came before myContinue reading “A Positive Change”
Exercise!
What’s the most fun way to exercise? You know I’m one of those people who always love to exercise. Whether it’s doing a class at a gym, using weights, or power walking, I find it all exhilarating. As I’m getting older water aerobics has been a go-to exercise. It’s less strain on the joints andContinue reading “Exercise!”
Meditation
What book could you read over and over again? I have a meditation book from a 12 step program called Daily Reflections. I have been rereading this book for many years. It’s the way I start each day. With a thought; a reflection. Something positive which I can reflect back on as the day startsContinue reading “Meditation”
Any and all insecurities
What is one thing you would change about yourself? I watch my granddaughter, a well-balanced, polite, smart and pretty young lady appear very confident in herself. My daughter is the same way with a little more hesitation. I still have insecurities into my 70s which can still hold me back. My mother was fraught withContinue reading “Any and all insecurities”
My Favorites
What are your two favorite things to wear? Ok – let me start with my feet. I live in Florida so I mostly wear sandals. My favorites are Oofos. I like them so much that I have them in many colors. My feet are happy in Oofos. I also spend a lot of time byContinue reading “My Favorites”
Thanksgiving Dinner
Do you or your family make any special dishes for the holidays? I always entertain at my house on Thanksgiving. My family loves all the traditional foods which were passed down from my mother and grandmother. I make a sausage stuffing with apples that I put in the bird right before it goes in theContinue reading “Thanksgiving Dinner”
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