Women reach menopause at many ages (and sometimes surgically), so I can’t even begin to imagine what it must be like for someone else. I will simply share my story, in the hopes that it will inspire you into your own inquiry and reflection about how your menopause has changed how you think and feel about […]
This week, I will be starting a series of posts about menopause. I realize that “Enjoying Menopause” may be a dubious title to some, but there are many women who sail through menopause, so it is certainly not impossible. And even if you aren’t close to menopause, this series will serve you when you (or someone […]
Some of us learned to ignore our own needs…to put others first to avoid abandonment, that self-sacrifice is somehow spiritual or to prioritize money over health and happiness. The cost of not tending to ourselves can be high. Often the cost is higher, in terms of time, attention and money, than it would have been had […]
After more than a year away from writing blog posts, I finally feel ready to come back and share some of the things I have learned. I’ve spent much of this time in an introspective mode that helped me to clarify my values and desire to share myself more with others. Even though I hadn’t planned on a […]
As always, my garden provides never-ending inspiration and meditation. The “mystery” bush in our new front garden turned out to be this extravagantly flowered Star Magnolia. Isn’t she GORGEOUS? Healthy, grounded and delightful. Just how I want to be in my life. Like my garden, I am reaping the rewards of all the composting I did […]