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We Are Creative
I was most privileged to speak at the Woman’s Creativity Workshop hosted by Capo Beach Church today. This was another incarnation of the event we did in September. It was similar at heart, but different this time: different crowd, different artists/instructors, different stories. I loved every minute. To me, this message is so important—not just…
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Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain
Joe says Vernon has been doing really well, wide awake, watching movies, and wanting to be “part of the action”( in his own words.) It was a beautiful brisk fall day so after a little matt-time, I rolled him outside so he could enjoy the fresh air. He insisted he wanted to be sat up at…
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The History Lesson
I got a call late last night that Vernon had returned to Mesa Verde after having an ultrasound on his arm. The tests ran negative and there was no clot, and since he received no new treatment, I mentally prepared myself for a difficult morning. My friend Susan offered to come along. I figured I’d need her…
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Joy Overflowing
My beautiful (inside and out) mother, Anne Whittlesey Moore, turned 70 yesterday. Seven entire decades… and she’s still sane! More than that, she’s wise and loving, graciously inspiring to everyone who knows her—even a little bit. My dad (with whom she will be celebrating her 50th wedding anniversary in February) donated a hefty gift certificate for a swanky Santa Barbara…
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Getting Her Groove Back
A friend and I were discussing writing and inspiration recently, and the question of “Hunter or Gatherer” came up. (Elizabeth Gilbert briefly writes about this concept here.) The Hunter goes out to track down and chase inspiration, energized by movement and change. The Gatherer stays close to home, in quiet reflection. “She grows and cultivates ideas, rather…
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The Kindergarten Parade
After last nights post, I got quite a few responses suggesting I should go to the Kindergarten Halloween parade. I allowed myself the pleasure, patting my own back the whole time. But honestly, it was a little boring after five minutes, all these parents trying to get pictures of their kids’ backs, all moving by…
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Admission
After spending the day with Vernon and Joe (our day-off dialysis is always Vernon’s most relaxing day off the week) I checked in with his doctor to find out about the Tuesday’s CT scan results and what the next plan of action might be. Sure enough, he has a clot in one of his veins, and…
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A Letter to Maki
Our friend Susan Logie volunteered to sit with Vernon during his dialysis today. This post is taken from a text update (with pictures) that she sent my way. Among other ideas to keep his attention, she had brought in some music videos her son’s band had made. Vernon told her he loved them…
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Adventures in Radiology
As expected, it was a long day that started earlier than usual. I won’t go into it all. Vernon followed directions very well, and though I was out in the hall for the CT scan (with contrast.) I heard he was very receptive to the procedure, even remembering the doctor’s name on the way out.…
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Spiked Blessings
Disclaimer: I have to check my phone-notes to update details properly—there are some medical terms that I may or may not spell correctly. Vernon’s Dr. Dan sent me a text yesterday…something to the effect of: “Vernon’s edema is back. Can you get me in contact with his most recent surgeon, as per his suggestion to…