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
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!
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. . .
Updates from Landscaping-Land
Progress is great, and patience is hard when you're this excited about something.
Work(s) in Progress
What’s Been Going On...
The Devil's in the Details
If You Read this Morning’s Post, P.S...
Porch Ceiling +
Home...stretch?
For every accomplishment on the exterior, another 2 things appear (or reappear) on the to-do horizon. . .
It's a (Bathroom) Door!
This week's progress: a bathroom door, exterior trim (complete with nesting bird slowdowns), and a first-run of landscape design.