by admin | Dec 9, 2012 | Blog, Grief, Living with Cancer, Uncategorized
One of the most difficult things, if not the most difficult thing, for me in coming to terms with my husband’s death has been trying to figure out where things went wrong and even if I think I know where things went wrong forgiving myself for making what I or we...
by admin | Nov 14, 2012 | Blog, Living with Cancer, Resilience, Uncategorized
Often when someone we know becomes ill we want to help but are at loss of what to do or how to help. Here is a list of 10 things we found helped us to live through my husband’s illness. 1. Be understanding. Do not expect that your friend will be up for visiting,...
by admin | Sep 18, 2012 | Blog, Eclectic Living, Uncategorized
Four years ago, my husband Richard (Professor Nutbrown) and I watched with great interest as Barack Obama ran for President. This was a historical moment. Richard became an adult in the 1960’s witnessing the civil rights movement and when I started public school there...
by admin | Aug 1, 2012 | Blog, Eclectic Living, Uncategorized
Falling in love with an Irishman is an easy thing to do. That nonchalant relaxed manner puts everyone at ease. The sparkle in the eyes makes you laugh, waiting and wanting to see what’s coming next, and perhaps a bit wary in a good way (What are you up to? What are...