Motherhood, Again (But With More Wisdom and Fewer Diapers at 2 a.m.) There is something wildly sacred about becoming a grandmother. Eight months ago, a little boy made me “Nonna” (or Gia or whatever name he eventually decides fits my vibe), and with him came a rush of déjà vu wrapped in baby lotion and […]
I used to believe life would eventually become tidy. That one day the questions would settle, the grief would soften into something predictable, and the path ahead would look like a clean hallway with good lighting and clear signs. But life never became tidy.It became real. It became coffee rings on important papers. It became […]
Every cycle has its quiet work and its bold reveal. In the rhythm of the Chinese Zodiac, 2025—the Year of the Snake—marked a powerful season of shedding, while 2026—the Year of the Horse—ushers in movement, courage, and visible momentum. Together, they tell a story of transformation followed by takeoff. 2025: The Year of the Snake […]
At Practical Insanity, we dive into the quirks of the human mind with a mix of humor and practicality. Today, we’re talking about the “squirrel brain”—that scattered, distractible state where your mind darts from one shiny object to the next like a squirrel chasing acorns. If you’ve ever found yourself starting ten tasks, finishing none, […]
As the calendar flips to March, there’s a subtle shift in the air that’s hard to ignore. The biting chill of winter begins to loosen its grip, and the world feels like it’s waking up. Here we are, on the cusp of spring—my favorite season, and one that feels especially meaningful this year as I […]
I turned 60 a while back, and let me tell you, it’s not quite the golden era I’d imagined. Sure, there’s wisdom—or at least a knack for faking it—and a certain freedom in not caring what the neighbor thinks about my overgrown lawn. But lately, life has felt more like a high-wire act, balancing grief, […]
2025 is not only a year of HOPE, it’s a year of BOLD MOVES for me. I am excited to be back in the game and ready to move those pieces on my board again. As I look back on last year I am not going to say I wasted time or feel sorry for […]
As the clock strikes midnight on December 31st, millions of people around the world celebrate the symbolic transition into a new year. We cheer, we make resolutions, and we embrace the idea of new beginnings. But does the simple act of flipping a calendar page truly signify change? Or is it merely a societal ritual, […]
This is the word I am entering 2025 with. As the calendar inches toward the end of 2024, many of us find ourselves reflecting on what has been an incredibly challenging year. The hurdles we’ve faced—personally, globally, or both—have tested our patience, resilience, and capacity for hope. But as we move forward, it’s important to […]
“Hope” is the thing with feathers –That perches in the soul –And sings the tune without the words –And never stops – at all – And sweetest – in the Gale – is heard –And sore must be the storm –That could abash the little BirdThat kept so many warm – I’ve heard it in […]
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