The retirement home’s elevators always bring a new flurry of conversation. Joe might mention that warm prune juice has extra benefits, while Marie might be fussing that the upcoming dance needs more rock and roll music. There is always a discussion of some sort and everyone has an opinion. Last Tuesday was different. Two gentlemen…
The Wisdom Mole Hair
In How I Earned My Wrinkles, Musings on Marriage, Motherhood and Menopause, I poked fun at myself in quite a few chapters. I have to be very careful with the order of those words. If I confuse them (like that could happen) it’s totally different story. Just imagine Marriage, Menopause and Motherhood: If I had a baby during menopause! In addition to…
My Musical Rear End
Let me confess at the start. I like to sing, but I am not blessed with a harmonizing voice. I can’t sing. I even hum off key. This is why I was shocked when my rear end began singing musical notes. I noticed it this week when I threw off the covers and sprang (okay…
I Believe
I recently received a request to make a list of things I believe in. Here goes: I believe we should cherish those we love. I believe grandkids are sent to make up for putting up with our kids as teenagers. I believe that kiss can heal most cuts and scrapes. I believe that a…
Aged to Imperfection
It happened so gradually, I barely noticed that my perfection had slipped away. My memory, which never failed me, decided to take a month off and head to Key West, all by itself. This was actually a relief. It would save me the stress of finding my bathing suit, sunscreen and whatever else I might…