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I could tell you about Old Santa Fe, New Mexico. Cobblestone streets, framed by blooms of green. The town jail turned bookstore — a refuge from the heat, and a haven for my mom and me. St. Francis’ cathedral, with winding, tranquil gardens. I could tell you about the Painted…

In reply to Blake Watson. Right?! Glad you enjoyed 💜…

On a hot summer day, you will usually find yourself needing a cool drink to quench your thirst sooner or later. You might choose a cold glass of water, lemonade, soda, or iced tea. My go-to is always some type of fruit smoothie, though sometimes I’ll opt for a milkshake,…

Thank you again, Ari, for sharing from your heart! I needed to hear your thoughts, what is on your mind, the encouragement to reach out to others even if we have to do it in a ‘different way’! As you say, that doesn’t matter at all! Covid helped me with…

Thanks, Ari, for your refreshing perspective on doing what it takes to keep in touch. It IS helpful when we take initiative rather than assuming the other person should make contact. Mark and I both remember our fathers saying, “The phone line runs both directions.”…

When my little brother and I were barely out of our toddler years, there was one question I’d constantly hear other parents ask my mum: “Did your children get all their vaccination shots?” To which my mum would reply: “Yes. After their father refused to let Sherry receive the…

Lol. This cracked me up. I def feel you. In our defense, human bodies are just weird in general if you think about it.

Back in November, the latest e-newsletter from We Carry Kevan (WCK) landed in my inbox, and this one included an intriguing request. They were looking for volunteers to serve as ambassadors who would promote the organization’s mission of redefining accessibility in their communities. One area where ambassadors…

At first glance, my life may seem unusual. The more people get to know me, though, the more they’ll see that I share many of the same problems and emotions that most others have. Like everyone, I’ve experienced the death of loved ones. But I’ve also experienced loss in…

During our years in elementary school, my brother, Paul, and I took a variety of summer lessons — art, tennis, swimming, and horseback riding — and classes at the local museum. A nearby public swimming pool and a small park and its tadpole-laden creek were within walking distance…