The Three I’ll Carry Forward
Temperatures swung up and down all week, echoing the energy of other cycles. Staying inside all of one day invited reflection on both lessons and… Read More »The Three I’ll Carry Forward
Susan’s Blog
That First Step, Five Ways
Goals come in all sizes. But their greatness—their magnitude if you will—comes from their energy. What matters is the decision to purposely move toward something… Read More »That First Step, Five Ways
Why This Grid? Why Now?
I’ve played Wordle for one week. It’s perfect! A few short sentences explain the entire game. There is one right answer. Making up words doesn’t… Read More »Why This Grid? Why Now?
In the Empty Time and Space of 2021
One challenge for me in 2021 was lack of structure. I left the go to work every day world and started a business. Covid repeatedly… Read More »In the Empty Time and Space of 2021
On the Top Rung, but Not Teetering
My mother-in-law passed recently. It was October 14 and one day before her ninety-ninth birthday. She was a sassy, small-bodied Long Islander turned Vermonter who… Read More »On the Top Rung, but Not Teetering
Daring to Step Away: 44 Ways
“I’ll see it, because I ride that thing like a jockey!” This was the reassurance a friend offered about seeing a message that would be… Read More »Daring to Step Away: 44 Ways
My Improv Suit: It’s All in the Making
I’m out of my league. I don’t know what I’m doing. I’ve never done this before. I could fail. My inner critic lobs these reminders… Read More »My Improv Suit: It’s All in the Making
Carrying the Conundrum: why it’s hard to be human
I was puzzled. A long line at the post office and then the sight of my package being thrown into a bin with all the… Read More »Carrying the Conundrum: why it’s hard to be human
On Pouring When the Container is Full
He’s generous. That’s what I finally landed on as I ruminated on the character of John Snell. He gives freely of his time, effort, and… Read More »On Pouring When the Container is Full
New Concept: Don’t Keep It to Yourself(-Care)
I listen to On Being in bed with coffee and ask to not be interrupted. It’s one of my self-care practices, and I guarantee its… Read More »New Concept: Don’t Keep It to Yourself(-Care)
Five Lessons in Lunching: I learned from the best (dishes)
I have one cabinet full of dishes I’ve collected and don’t often use. Recently, the pieces invited me to explore; the loudest voice coming from… Read More »Five Lessons in Lunching: I learned from the best (dishes)
That Stroke! It’s Gorgeous and It Works
Decades ago, Angie taught me to swim. I trusted her from day one. It was not long before we discovered the overlaps in our lives… Read More »That Stroke! It’s Gorgeous and It Works
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