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Listening to My Mother Even When It Hurt

Coming to terms with her impending death was more difficult than I expected
May 6, 2022
A group of friends playing cards during game night. Next Avenue, extroverts social isolation

Tales from an Extrovert — What I've Lost and Missed During COVID-19

You’ve probably read many stories about how introverts have been faring during the pandemic, but what about extroverts?
April 20, 2022
A burger on a tray at a restaurant meeting about cremation preplanning. Next Avenue

Musings on a Free Lunch About Cremation Preplanning

Thinking about cremation provokes other questions about the end of our lives
April 12, 2022
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An older couple sitting on a couch holding their dog. Nexting, finding love after death of spouse

Finding Love Again After the Death of My Spouse

My husband had just passed away. A new love was the furthest thing from my mind.
April 6, 2022
A big blue sky with a short palm tree next to a tall palm tree. Next Avenue, shrinking with age

Small Things Considered — A Short Person's Perspective

Being 'vertically-challenged' has always been an issue, and now aging is playing a part
April 1, 2022
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