Author Archives: msw blog

Renter

Posted on October 2, 2023 by msw blog

Dear Amy: I’m in my early 20s and living at home. I’m paying my parents rent, but the money I pay doesn’t include anything else – just the room. This doesn’t seem fair to me, and I’d really appreciate hearing … Continue reading →

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Build Shelves on the Side of Your Island

Posted on October 1, 2023 by msw blog

If you don’t have space for a walk-in pantry, there’s no need to fret. With some effort and imagination, you can build shelves onto the side of your kitchen island, creating a small-scale pantry that can hold all kinds of snacks … Continue reading →

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Inspiration

Posted on October 1, 2023 by msw blog

A place that inspires me is…my car on a long drive. I recently drove from Pennsylvania to Ohio and was constantly stimulated by the landscape and the people on the road with me. It was like exploring bt with a destination. Positively … Continue reading →

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End-of-Life Care

Posted on September 30, 2023 by msw blog

My 87-year-old mother and 93-year-old father are sharing a hospital room, as he nears the end of his life. My oldest sister (the only child living nearby) deals with everything. During our most recent text exchange, my sister first told … Continue reading →

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A Ride Home

Posted on September 30, 2023 by msw blog

After my father died, I flew to New York to spend a week getting his home in order. Each day, I filled boxes with his books, my heart emptying with each shelf. Each night, I cried myself to sleep in … Continue reading →

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