Author Archives: msw blog

olfaction

Posted on March 28, 2026 by msw blog

What is a smell that never fails to make you close your eyes and inhale deeply? How can you add more of this to your home? Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the … Continue reading →

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Election: A plea to progressives

Posted on March 28, 2026 by msw blog

Dear victorious progressives: I didn’t vote for you, but I honestly and sincerely wish you luck. I have voted progressive in the past, and if you can make this work I will again. Everyone knows the horrifying contrast between wealth … Continue reading →

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writing

Posted on March 27, 2026 by msw blog

When I was in grad school in the mid-’80s, my husband bought me an “electronic typewriter.” I had many papers to write and was very happy that this monstrous machine would make my life easier. I had two young daughters, … Continue reading →

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 A 50-Year Perspective

Posted on March 27, 2026 by msw blog

I used to wonder how certain friends and even strangers had more money, thinner thighs, bigger families, nicer homes—as I struggled with cranky bosses, health issues, infertility, and divorce. By 50, I’ve seen enough hardship to know that nobody escapes difficulties and … Continue reading →

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Trust the Cycle

Posted on March 26, 2026 by msw blog

Trees don’t cling to their leaves. They trust the cycle. This autumn, may we practice the same—holding fully what matters, and when the time comes, letting go with grace. Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes … Continue reading →

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