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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latest posts
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
Endings, Beginnings
One surprising revelation in the wake of my father's passing
"Dadding"
A frank update on dad, and a philosophical look at a life in filial limbo
An Ode to Mom
Life, and Death, with Dementia
Sharing details about dementia's progression in a loved one can be tricky. But it feels important for me to share, especially right now.
Let's Talk about that 400lb Gorilla
Everybody Dance Now
Here's the Story. . . of a too-soft Mattress
A sleep-deprived little Brady Bunch riff (plus another lesson in dementia care)
Parasites
A rare dive into poetry from me
My Wish(es) for the New Year
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!
Smaller
Smaller - My Mom's transitions through her own (and my Dad's) dementia
My Dad Doesn't Recognize me Anymore
My Dad is dying. And he doesn't know who I am anymore. How can I be okay with that?
Are We There Yet?
What it's like as I'm getting closer to a publication date!