Struggling with insomnia?

June 10, 2026
Oh, to sleep like a baby! Are you (like me) struggling with insomnia? Here’s what can actually help: If you’ve ever stared at the ceiling at 3 a.m. wondering why sleep won’t come, you know how discouraging insomnia can be. I hear from so many people—especially women over 50—who say...

Embracing the potential for happiness

October 22, 2009
You can't always get what you want But if you try sometimes you might find You get what you need.The Universe provides what we need. Eventually. Always.It may turn out...

Just an old barn

October 22, 2009
There's something so beautiful about a dilpidated barn. One that's outlived its practical function and now only serves a visual one. I can't help but...

Coming attractions

October 21, 2009
I have three more fabulous guest bloggers lined up for the coming season.People with points of view you'll find inspirational.With tips you'll find helpful.Serious...

Dreaming implies sleep

October 21, 2009
I'd love to dream. Because that would imply I was actually asleep.I've been waking up at about the four-hours -down mark, 2 a.m.Tossing. Turning.It's cool, so not the...

About sums it up

October 21, 2009

Household items as verbs

October 21, 2009
When I was growing up, my grandmother used to sing a particular Sicilian song to us. I never knew exactly what it meant, but I knew enough Sicilian to know it had...

Staying vigilant

October 20, 2009
For years my life was driven by my work schedule. Five days a week, and sometimes more. Plus travel.Get up, get ready, commute to work. Sit in an office. Commute home....

Great advice

October 20, 2009
For years I had a framed card up in my house, that said "Life's too mysterious, don't take it serious." I thought it was a great way to approach life.Most of the...

Foiled again

October 19, 2009
If you've followed along this year, you know that I have been dying to score some good drugs. Maybe some Valium or Xanax. Something I could cut into tiny pieces and...

Channeling peace

October 19, 2009
We are channeling peace and quiet this morning at our house.The roofers are banging around and Riley is beside himself. The vet just sold us pheromone-emitting devices...

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