You Don’t Have The Guts. — Part I: I Want This Guy’s Job! “ ‘How does one become a butterfly?’ she asked pensively. ‘You must want to fly so much that you are willing to give up being a caterpillar.’ ” ~ Trina Paulus During my career as a Travel Advisor, I attended a LOT of meetings, zoom calls, and webinars. …

Politics — a Toxic Wasteland of Finger Pointing Nothing is our fault — especially the government. It’s the fault of those damn liberals/conservatives/independents or those who didn’t vote. For sure, it’s definitely their fault! But it isn’t our fault — we voted but just not for fill-in-the-blank. You may think I’m referring to the government, but you would be mistaken. I’m talking about you and me.

…declared the sticker on the rear window of the Mini Cooper — For the last year, I’ve been on hiatus from Medium. I had, along with so many others, taken up arms against the filthiest opponent on earth. That piece of sh*t called cancer had come to tear our son apart. When melanoma first attacked Alex’s healthy and athletic body, he was…

It will have you running to get your vaccine! — I go out of my way to behave the exact opposite of what is expected of a person my age — much to the chagrin of my family. And even though I am a senior in years, I pride myself on feeling 25 years younger. …

Wrapping my sweater around my shoulders and snuggling into the patio lounger on my inner-city balcony, I overlook the twinkling lights of a spectacular downtown cityscape and deeply inhale the cool summer night air. With a glass of wine in one hand and all my senses on high alert —…

Lifestyles that will come back and bite you in the bum — Many of my 60+ aged travel clients enjoy great health. These guys are still downhill skiing, biking 25 km a day, and participating in hiking vacations well into their 70s and 80s. They take good care of their bodies and minds. …

Greta, you are a kindred spirit. My husband travels like yours – prefers luxury hotels and golf. When we traveled to Barbados, I forced him out of his comfort zone and he had so much fun. Once COVID is over, I will be hitting the road again. I could use more friends like you. Cheers!

Writing the Book of You. — Ignoring the woman in the mirror’s crow's feet and her achy knees, I know I am still that inquisitive kid looking for her next big adventure. I dismiss the guffaws of friends and acquaintances who feel the need to remind me that I should act my age. Why? I have…

How Many Days in 40 Years? The Dinner Party A pleasant dinner shared among close friends took a strange turn. During our meal, one lady started choking. Her husband ran to her aid, followed by another friend. Fifteen minutes later and no success. The obstruction in her throat was not coming free! An…