Whenever I walk into a liquor store, I’m overwhelmed by the rows and rows of bottles. Unless I have something in mind, I could wander indefinitely. Sometimes my choices are based on something that I’ve previously tasted. Other times I ask a clerk for a suggestion. While I’m not a … [Read more...]
Lessons Learned From Sukkot and Being an Empty-Nester
The following blog was written and posted several years ago. It focuses on the festival of Sukkot which begins this evening. Even though a few more years have gone by, the underlying message remains relevant. Hag Sameach to everyone who will be celebrating Sukkot this week. … [Read more...]
Life Goes On After Examiner.com
Each day is filled with unpredictable events. Some don't affect my existence while others make me pause and reflect. I take time to catch my breath, think about my new situation, and then respond. Robert Frost understood. He said: In three words I can sum up everything … [Read more...]
A Walk to Hudson Park in New Rochelle, NY
Sometimes joy comes from unexpected or simple sources. Such was the case when I recently traveled to New Rochelle, New York for a 3-day writing conference. Before the conference started, I walked to the shoreline that is adjacent to Hudson Park. I walked downhill from my hotel to … [Read more...]
Zip-lining in Costa Rica—exhilarating
Did I ever think that one of my middle-aged travel adventures would include zip-lining across a Costa Rica rainforest canopy? Nope. But then again, I never imagined that I’d be an expat, middle-aged, international teacher either. After teaching in Bangalore, India and watching my … [Read more...]
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