Tag Archives: thankful

Food & Friendship

Posted on April 30, 2023 by msw blog

I recently visited friends who moved to another state. I’ve known them for more than 20 years. This recent visit was my fourth visit to their new home. The problem is that my friend doesn’t seem to feel responsible for … Continue reading →

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Our Night of Drama

Posted on April 6, 2023 by msw blog

In 1978 my husband and I were heading to the Metropolitan Opera when we had a passionate argument. I tore our opera tickets into tiny pieces and threw them to the ground. We reconciled, gathered up the ticket remnants and … Continue reading →

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Reflections On Kindness

Posted on March 1, 2023 by msw blog

‘The world is difficult, and we are all breakable. So just be kind. —Caitlin Moran Kind People don’t notice whether its winter or summer when they’re happy ―   Anton Chekhov Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your … Continue reading →

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A Little Bit of Everything

Posted on February 17, 2023 by msw blog

I’m sorry I’m stupid,” my father mumbles. When he struggles to find a word or finish a sentence because of his dementia, he hides his embarrassment and frustration by making this heart-wrenching statement. “Dad, you are not stupid,” I automatically … Continue reading →

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We Ate Nothing But Onions

Posted on December 25, 2022 by msw blog

Recently, I stood over the stove caramelizing onions. The smell suddenly reminded me of that summer we spent cooped up in our tiny dark apartment. Hiding from the heat in the day and caramelizing onions in the evening. Excited by … Continue reading →

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