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What I Know Now.. For all my subscribers, Friday 9/26/2025.... Hi Friends, This week I’ve been struck by how two very different books carry the same powerful message. Ina Garten’s Be Ready When Luck Happens reminds me that luck isn’t really luck — it’s preparation meeting opportunity. And Will Packer’s Who Better Than You is a call to believe in ourselves, to silence doubt, and to step forward with confidence. Blended together, they feel like the perfect recipe for this stage of life. Be...

Issue #8 What I Know Now.. For all my subscribers, Friday thought... What I Know Now is… When our kids are born, we spend nearly two decades preparing them to be independent. And when they finally get there, we’re proud… and maybe a little relieved. But then something changes — we become grandparents. Suddenly, we find ourselves secretly wishing our kids weren’t quite so independent anymore. We want them to call, to lean on us, to “need” us again — only this time, it’s so we can soak up time...

Issue #7 What I Know Now.. For all my subscribers, Friday thought... What I Know Now is… There has always been political discourse in our country. Recently, a friend asked me if I was afraid of what’s happening because of my vote. After yesterday, I can say that yes — I am afraid for our country. Take Charlie Kirk, for example. He’s the same age as my son — both young men in their thirties, both fathers of two. When I listen to Charlie, I don’t just hear politics, I hear the urgency of a...

Issue #6 What I Know Now.. For all my subscribers, Friday thought for the day.... What I Know Now … Have you ever tried to “boil the ocean”? That’s what my husband says when I take on too much in one day. Even though I’m not working full-time anymore, that Type A personality sometimes creeps back in. But here’s what I’ve learned: it’s not always good for my health. A balanced life matters so much more than checking off every single item on my to-do list. And honestly — do some of those things...

Issue #5 What I Know Now.. For all my subscribers, just a quick Friday thought... What I Know Now is… Lately, I’ve been reading The Correspondent, a book about a woman who communicates only through letters—and people write her back because they know that’s her way of connecting. It reminded me of one of my favorite stores, Papyrus, which used to carry the most beautiful stationery and cards. I’ve always loved sending cards. To me, it feels like a simple but powerful way of saying, I care...

Politics & Thanksgiving Yikes! Those are two words that just don’t go together. Since we recently had a very contentious election, we need to remember what Thanksgiving is about. It’s a time for gratitude, family and reflection. As we gather around the table this year, let’s not let politics threaten the peace and kindness this holiday is meant to bring to our families. Thanksgiving’s Political Roots The actual Thanksgiving holiday was originally established by President Abraham Lincoln in...

Recently, I had my first DEXA bone density test. I work out on average 6-7 days a week. A combination of 5-mile walks, spinning and some limited weight training. I was shocked. I had osteopenia. Osteopenia, according to Wikipedia, is known as “low bone mass” or “low bone density”, it is a condition in which bone mineral density is low. Osteopenia is the early stage of Osteoporosis and places a person at higher risk of developing Osteoporosis. This has sent me on a journey to learn more. Most...

Selecting a financial advisor is a significant decision that can greatly impact your financial future. At sixty, you have been saving for retirement for nearly 40 years! A skilled advisor can offer valuable guidance on managing investments, deciding when to take social security and various other personal financial goals. This process involves more than finding someone with financial expertise. It means finding someone you can trust and who understands your individual financial goals. Women...