Category Archives: Reading

The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Life

Posted on November 15, 2026 by msw blog

The Book of Alchemy: A Creative Practice for an Inspired Lifeby Suleika Jaouad (2025, 305 pages) This is a wonderful book, and one I am thrilled to have completed—earning a satisfying checkmark on my bingo card, where I had set … Continue reading →

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Oops, sorry

Posted on November 14, 2026 by msw blog

 My spouse is unable to say “Oops, sorry.” He automatically denies having done the thing or blames me or my son – even if he literally just did it in front of me/us. It’s been an issue for decades. We … Continue reading →

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Think and Be Postive Daily

Posted on November 10, 2026 by msw blog

I am not sure how Think and Be Postive Daily author Preston Heights ( 2020, 75 pages) came into my possession, but I ended up reading it on a flight because it was my only available reading material. In short, … Continue reading →

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Confusing Call

Posted on October 31, 2026 by msw blog

I just read your response to the person having difficulty understanding service agents on the telephone (“Confusing Call”). As someone who is deaf and uses a cochlear implant, I have found a solution that works very well for me. If … Continue reading →

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Marry Him: The Case for Settling for Mr. Good Enough

Posted on October 29, 2026 by msw blog

Marry Him: The Case for Settling for Mr. Good Enough by Lori Gottlieb (2011, 321 pages) This insightful work serves as a practical “dating public service announcement” (p. 312), urging readers to adjust their perspectives to make the search for … Continue reading →

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