A Patch of Light…

There is a patch of light that comes through my window, late in the afternoon. On cooler days, the dogs find their way upstairs to bask in that light. Sometimes, I join them. I like to imagine that the warmth that soaks into my skin is a loving embrace from God. I imagine Him with […]

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Feeling the Feelings

I know that a hot flash is coming as soon as my heartbeat picks up it’s pace. I try to out-run it by quickly rolling up my sleeves.  I look for any object that can be turned into a fan.  Then, I try to slow my breathing down. I hate hot flashes.  I often wonder […]

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New Coping Skills

Meet Lucy.  She loves our morning walk.  She stares at me like she is watching a clock. She knows the routine.  We have coffee, eat breakfast, clean the kitchen, make the bed and then we go on our 1.7 mile walk. Once she sees my tennis shoes, she goes nuts.  She dances sideways and tries […]

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