I don’t “do” resolutions…too much pressure. At age 50 I claim the ability to have some control over events allowed to stress me out. What I have decided to undertake this year are a few “stretches.” In one instance I’ve joined a group of talented, far-flung individuals who have been brought together by our mutual admiration and following last year of Springfield artist Crystal Moody’s “Year of Creative Living.” As my creative habit for 2016, I’m going to come back to the habit of blogging – daily. Some posts I’ll share via… Read more Creative Sleuthing →
Funny how fast my days fly by…especially when wrapped up in a large “I’m-almost-50-so-its-time-I-tackle-this” project. My effort is applying for a professional designation. I decided months ago I would apply… Read more Deadline approaching →
I’m kind of famous for not being able to do math…or even be able to comprehend how numbers work. I frustrated a friend this morning by not being able to answer a basic financial starting point question. I understand that money is mathematical in nature, I try to keep as much of it as possible and trust I’ll come out “ok” in the end. Numbers remind me of colors. Eight is always orange. The number seven is a lovely periwinkle; while “one” is a gauzy white. Please all left-brain readers… Read more Applicant must be able to do math…(#100daysto50) →
It took only five days for my “daily” blogging commitment to fall by the wayside. I blame the storms. First there was the incredible thunderstorm that blew through one day… Read more Days 94 -91: Storms Happen →
I am blessed. I was scared to move to a new town to work half of each week but took the position with Mercy’s Noah’s Ark team in part because it was a BIG decision and because I would turn 50 during the time. I am blessed because in the middle of this new community I have found a lovely circle of female friends. They have brought me into the middle of their group and I am so appreciative. Friends have always been important to my every day happiness but… Read more Day 95 (Counting Down 100 Days to My 50th) →
Today was a good day for the health goals. I hit my step count (thank you Microsoft Band…you endless reminder and ‘truth teller’ of just how active/inactive I truly am). I avoided the beautiful dish of M&Ms and I remained true to my no pop/no chips decision. The big ah-ha moment came after work when I was talking with one of my friends. We were sharing notes on how we are both major list makers. We are the queen mothers of the kingdom of worry, and perennial saboteurs of our… Read more Day 96 (Counting Down 100 Days to My 50th) →
In the movie Boyhood, Patricia Arquette’s character tells her son “College is where you meet your people.” I loved that line. College began for me over 30 years ago but I’m blessed to retain several friends from that time. Today was Easter. Perhaps the sentiment of that movie line is more appropriate for the feeling I have toward my relationship with the “people” of my church. Our pastor often refers to us as a community. He talks often about the connections we share. He speaks to the support we need… Read more Day 97 (Counting Down 100 Days to My 50th Birthday) →
Well…I tried to reach my steps goal today. I didn’t make it but was decidedly closer than yesterday. What I realized while on my walk throughout the neighborhood was that I don’t look up enough. Today the sky was gorgeous – not a cloud in the sky. My husband tells me I’m developing a slouch from working at my computer. And like so many, I’m guilty of constantly checking my phone for updates. I’m going to try stand taller, look up more often – use my Microsoft Band to keep… Read more Day 98 (Counting Down 100 Days to My 50th Birthday) →
Lori Marble 