A Life Well-lived.
I attended a memorial service today. It was a celebration of the life of Charley – a warm, kind, talented, generous, wonderful man, husband and father; who died, too young, from pancreatic [...]
When do you get to choose?
Life is full of challenges – narrow spots. Have I said that before? Those narrow spots may be big or small, include crisis and disaster, occur by accident or design and/or be positive or [...]
A good reminder…
“We must never forget that we may find meaning in life even when confronted with a hopeless situation, when facing a fate that cannot be changed. For what then matters is to bear witness to the [...]
“Living Well With Cancer”
The Omega Institute is a well known center for wellness in Rhinebeck, NY. I had the distinct privilege of being part of the faculty for a weekend program entitled “Living Well With [...]
Ruth Bachman: Irritational/Inspirational Speaker
I heard a speaker recently who described himself as an “irritational” speaker. I love that idea, I wish I had thought of it! Sand is an abrasive, and even a small amount irritates when it is [...]
“You are so lucky you didn’t do anything.” S.T.
Yes, someone said that to me soon after my surgery, 8 years ago. I still see and speak to that person on a regular basis. I have confidence that it was intended as a positive statement – [...]