Tag: life

• One Tiny Sock

  I woke up with a surge of sadness. Three days of chaotic joy. Running Singing Rapture at the moon. Puddles Dirt Wonder in the mundane. Tears Laugther Each moment a gift. Carefully wrapped in a precious memory.

  Gonzo Girl

  March 4, 2026

  Aging, American Culture, Gonzo Girl, Grandparenting, Middle-Age Adventure, parenting, Personal Growth, Reflections on Retirement

  Aging, Aging Adventures, Aging Gracefully, American Culture, Appreciating Life, Appreciating the moment, Authentic self, Grandparenting, life, life purpose, life reflection, Living in the moment, Middle-Age Adventure, old age reflection, Over 60 Adventure, parenting, personal reflection, purpose, reflection, relationships, Retirement, self-awareness, Teaching Grandchildren, True self, What really matters, writing

• For the Love of Dog

  “So, how was it?” Rick asked as I walked in the door. “Well, I met almost as many dogs as I did people”, I answered smiling. “I think it will be a good fit. I mean, it’s kinda quirky. In a good way.” Absolutely quirky. And fast paced and unexpected. In a matter of three…

  Gonzo Girl

  February 19, 2026

  Aging, American Culture, Dogs, Gonzo Girl, Middle-Age Adventure, Reflections on Retirement

  compassion, dog, Dogs, life, Old Dog New Tricks, pets, radio, radio station, retirement jobs, volunteering, writing

• Just a Grandma

  Aging. What a glorious journey! So much learning packed into a declining body. But who knew this old body was a clever disguise? Read on to find out just what the oldsters in your life are really doing.

  Gonzo Girl

  March 27, 2025

  Aging, American Culture, Gonzo Girl, Grandparenting, Grief, parenting, Reflections on Retirement

  Aging, Aging Adventures, American Culture, Appreciating Life, Appreciating the moment, Civil Disobedience, Civil Disruption, Currrent Events, Defying Age, Family, Grandparenting, Grief, Legacy, life, Living in the moment, love, Middle-Age Adventure, Non violent protest, parenting, Protests, Teaching Grandchildren, What really matters

• Breaking Up With Facebook

  I had a dream about Facebook last night. It reminded me of the first time I quit drinking. I’d have dreams of imbibing in all kinds of situations. Big parties, quiet evenings, wind downs after a big day. And then, the feelings of regret and guilt would wash over me. I’d wake in a semi-panic.   …

  Gonzo Girl

  March 20, 2025

  American Culture, Reflections on Retirement

  Deleting Facebook, Facebook, instagram, Leaving Social Media, life, social-media, Stopping Facebook, writing