Family & Friends
Thoughts related to my family and friends
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Too Much Togetherness
Being adults when it comes to spending time with family and exes can go too far. How much do we really need to be together? And what's lost because of it?
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Off My Routine
It's tough when you have a routine and it's disrupted. It can throw you for a loop for a while. Retirement makes dealing with it a lot easier!! Read about my last two non-routine weeks.
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Reunions and Grandkids and Trips – Oh My!!
The last five weeks have been so busy with reunions, grandkids and trips that I'm ready for some normalcy!! Do you know that feeling? Can you have too much fun???
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Girls’ Night Out
Do you have a group of friends you get together with on a regular basis? How do you spend your time together? Read about my version of Girls' Night Out. Bonus - you'll also get a couple of great recipes.
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Lessons from the Oncology Department
I've had a new experience this year helping my mom as she goes through cancer treatments. As with any new experience, there's something to learn. Read about what I've learned.
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When My Husband Retires
Are you like me and retired before your husband? What will happen when he does? Will it be stressful? Will you finally be able to do more? See what I'm thinking will happen in my life.
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Friends for Life
Do you have friends that have known you since you were a kid? Do you still spend time together? I have those kinds of friends. Read about how I view these special relationships.
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Using Blood to Detect Cancer
Through my mom's recent cancer diagnosis, I've learned there are blood tests that can help detect certain types of cancer earlier. Should they be part of routine physicals? Are there other tests that should be routine as well?
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An Old Car Game – Iowa’s 99 Counties
Unlike today, there was no built-in entertainment during long car trips. Read about a game we used to play in the car and pick up a little Iowa history at the same time.
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Supporting a Long Distance Runner
In honor of National Running Day, I thought I’d write about my own experiences with running. It’s not about my running, but instead about my support of long distance runners. Over the last 25+ years, I’ve supported two runners, and I thought it might be interesting for you to hear about long distance running from the non-runner’s perspective. I supported my friend Mark from the mid 90s through 2009 and my husband Tim since 2012. The motivation I’ve never felt the rush that long distance runners get, so I can’t say if it’s as addictive as I’ve heard. I do know it can become an obsession. Running is obviously good…
