When we suppress our anger–musings on niceness
I'm following some writing prompts on IG and choosing words to see what unfolds. And wow, it's powerful and I'm thinking and really leaning into...
12
Feb
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07
Jan
Satisfy: to satisfy oneself, to be satisfied, to find satisfaction
I gave up resolutions several years ago in favor of choosing a word to guide my way through the coming year—not always successfully. If I chose...
08
Sep
Who’s in Control of Your Sex Life?
During the pandemic I’ve watched lots of TV, streaming to be exact. Recently I started watching Bones, a forensic-type cop show—casting several very thin, very...
21
Aug
When we want too much…or not enough: Prioritizing ourselves in relationships
“Somedays I still tell myself to take what is offered, because if it isn’t enough, it is I who wants too much.” The Crane Wife,...
16
Jul
Embracing our aging, scars and all
I am standing naked in front of the full length bathroom mirror looking at my scar. It is 9 inches long, starting just below that little...
01
Apr
Finding pleasure even while social distancing
I woke feeling heavyhearted this morning, a night of mild anxiety surfacing in disconnected bits of dreams. Monday the governor of Virginia called for a...
13
Mar
The Benefits of a Mindfulness Practice for Sexual Desire
If there are times when you don’t experience sexual desire you’re not alone. It is an issue which affects women of all ages. I love the...
05
Feb
Tips for having better sex after divorce
Writing one's stories isn't always easy. Particularly the part where we come face to face with some of the things we did that we now...
22
Jan
Is there an expiration date for sexual pleasure?
Is there an expiration date for sexual pleasure? The messages we receive daily, as older women, would seem to indicate that at some point, around...
19
Dec
The benefits of valuing a woman’s sexual pleasure
As we approach 2020 my wish is for a year where women make their pleasure a priority. I see this as an important step for...
07
Oct
writing our stories, acknowledging strong emotions & engaging in self-care
I am suddenly back in full writing mode, with a sense of being in the writing flow and determined not to sabotage myself. I started...
03
Sep
Dating as older adults: Do we risk showing up & asking the important questions?
Dating as older adults isn’t easy. In some ways, as we age, I think it gets a bit harder. Having recently seen the unexpected end...
16
Aug
thoughts on turning 65: choices, options, finding joy
Starting in mid June I began a countdown to my 65th birthday by sharing observations, insights or other tidbits related to what is often considered...
05
Aug
The Pleasure of Aging: my gift to you
You may have read about my recent travels to Mexico. It elicited some conversation, with women reaching out to tell me about their desire to...
31
Jul
When to see the doctor about painful sex
I don’t often share personal stories but this feels important for the women reading my stories. It’s really several stories woven together; a failed relationship...