Published inSlice-of-Life Musings·PinnedMember-onlySlice-of-Life-musingsA publication of events in your life Since many of the publications aren’t taking new writers, I decided to start one of my own. https://medium.com/slice-of-life-musings. I enjoy writing about my life experiences and reading about the lives of others. This is a no-stress publication with the only requirement to proofread…Life2 min readLife2 min read
Published inCrow’s Feet·PinnedMember-onlyLife Alone in Later YearsThe Challenges I struggled to find the right photo for this article. Searching under the keyword alone produced some depressing ones. The keyword independent brought up mostly young women frolicking on the beach alone or alone in the office. A few cats appeared with independent as the keyword. I thought…Aging4 min readAging4 min read
PinnedMember-onlyMother Jones, A Remarkable Woman in HistoryIf you’ve never heard of her, it’s time you did — After watching the movie Harriet Tubman recently, I began ruminating on the strength and courage of some women. No matter how often life knocks them down, they get back up and forge ahead. Harriet faced obstacles with incredible courage and resilience. She reminded me of another woman in history. Although…American Labor Movement6 min readAmerican Labor Movement6 min read
PinnedMember-onlyI Don’t Mind Getting Old — I Just Don’t Want To Look OldThe words in the title were spoken by the actress Debbie Reynolds. I don’t mind getting old either. I’m already there, but I don’t like this looking old bit. I hadn’t planned to get old, and that’s why I didn’t bother with sunscreen or moisturizer. …Aging4 min readAging4 min read
PinnedMember-onlyLet Me Introduce MyselfWhenever I write or comment on race or politics, I get called names or accused of being racist, a privileged white woman, and conservative. I think I’ve figured out why people have this perception of me. My values, beliefs, and opinions are not black and white; no pun intended. I…Culture4 min readCulture4 min read
Published inSlice-of-Life Musings·15 hours agoMember-onlyThat Darn CatWhat am I going to do — Tyson was one of my impulse decisions. Technically, I guess that’s not correct. I went to the animal shelter to donate some items. I knew better than to look at the animals while I was there. I knew I’d come home with a cat or dog, and I did. I…Cats5 min readCats5 min read
1 day agoMember-onlyMedium, You’re Confusing MeI have Covid brain fog — Medium1 min readMedium1 min read
Published inSlice-of-Life Musings·3 days agoMember-onlyThings to Stock up on if You Live AloneIf you live alone, there are supplies that you always need to have on hand in case of illness. I learned this the hard way. This is the second year in a row that I have become ill without the necessary supplies. Last year, I had a mild case of…Illness2 min readIllness2 min read
Published inCrow’s Feet·Nov 28Member-onlyWhat Is the Meaning Of Life?Is it just about survival? — I open my eyes every morning and wonder what this life is about. Is there any purpose and meaning to it? I’ve started asking my friends if they are wondering the same thing. I always get a yes. At 74, I have a happy life but feel time running out…Li̇fe2 min readLi̇fe2 min read
Published inSlice-of-Life Musings·Nov 26Member-onlyA Paranormal TaleAs often happens, I got the idea for this article from another Medium writer. I believe in psychics because I’ve had many psychic experiences. However, I take TV psychics who are making millions of dollars with a lot of skepticism. The story I’m going to tell you is not from…Paranormal2 min readParanormal2 min read
