That Stuff

That Stuff

“Now you two don’t need to worry, as your father and I have taken care of all of that stuff”, my mother said matter-of-factly to my brother and I. For the first time in many years, my parents, in their late seventies, my only brother and I were alone together in the...
In Memoriam: John T. Shields

In Memoriam: John T. Shields

Photo Credit: Leslye Davis | The New York Times “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? ” –  Mary Oliver.  As John gently left on his return to his beloved cosmos, he revealed a world that was a little better, a little...
Lean On Me

Lean On Me

Written by Penny Allport We heard them first, voices – laughter and song, words indistinguishable. “These young ones are having such a difficult time with physical distancing!” I said to John, as we walked with our dog Sophia. It was mid-March, COVID19 our new...
Turning To One Another

Turning To One Another

Creating Circles of Friendship and Care in these Times Mondays, Starting Sept 21st 4:00 to 5:00 pm We invite you to join us once a week for connection, inspiration and mutual support. “This group is, to me, an entirely safe place in which to expand my being...