focusing on my ‘why’
This blog, Fire over Fifty, Wit and Wisdom to Reclaim the Fame, has been part of my life since I retired from corporate America and decided to focus on my ‘Why” in 2019. Its purpose is to inspire, entertain, and inform in a few areas of focus which have shoved their way to the center of my attention as I’ve evolved further into mid-life. I suspect I’m not alone, so why not share? (I leave the definition of “mid-life” to the reader!).
These are my stories and thoughts: of frustration, perseverance, and perspective, gained through the love and humor of the everyday. If you're curious about the "Genesis Story" of this site and what compelled me to do this, have a peek at my first two posts, here and here.
I'd love to hear from you, so feel free to share your thoughts, reactions, and quite possibly your similar (or not-so-similar) experiences in the comments. I read them all, and try to respond in a timely manner. Please be kind - especially to each other. I'll manage comments accordingly. Above all, I hope you enjoy my posts, and find this to be a place with stories you can relate to!
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English Ivy is Pretty . . .
English ivy might seem like a pretty ground cover or ornamentation for the side of your house, but it can be invasive and problematic. Here’s why, and how you can deal with it.
Today’s the day
The genesis story of my new venture in native plant landscaping!
What will you do?
A challenge to make a small change
It's (a)Live!!!
A quick update on book availability, and a couple of photos of our decked halls!
Almost on Bookshelves!
Making good on the promises (threats?) I’ve been making for three years, my book, Zen (and Rage) and the Art of a Never-Ending Home Renovation will be published soon!
Are We There Yet?
What it's like as I'm getting closer to a publication date!
Going Native
A story of budding love . . .
Let’s Bee Serious!!
Irrational Fear
Why do I do this to myself? A little rant about fear.
Book-Making of Another Sort
Let that be a Lesson (for Me)
When a Plan Comes Together
The Beauty of Planning
A wise person once said, "if you fail to plan, you plan to fail."
Giving Thanks
I try to make gratitude a daily practice, but this Thanksgiving, I feel like I have even more to be grateful for than ever.
Movin' on Back
Work in the front and on the side is close to done and things are heating up out back, even if the weather is cooling down. . .
Of Laundry Rooms and Landscape Work
Laundry room revelations and ever-evolving hardscape progress