Barbara Morris

We had a wonderful Christmas again and I thought I'd share a couple of photos of "My Tribe". It's a tiny tribe but awesome. In the left photo, from left to right: Grandson Alex, Grandson Michael, Barbara (minus makeup and shoes -- the "real" me), daughter Pat and her saintly husband Bob, whom I call Mr. Bob. Oh, yes, there is also Corgi Sammy, our fierce, ferocious,  courageous … [Read more...] about The Morris-Garner Tribe At Christmas

Whether our experience of life is more active or less, the majority of it is lived between our ears, in our mind. Sometimes this experience is more like a solo ride on a metaphorical bandwagon. It’s such a tempting ride, though, isn’t it? Here’s how the typical bandwagon rolls. One person who holds a grievance about someone or something makes a (usually false or … [Read more...] about Mind Chatter

Here she is: It's Zenobia Carson "Claus" at Christmas, 72, going strong and has she been busy! Zenobia is activities director of a retirement community and had made Christmas merry for her residents as well as those in need outside her community. In addition to her office duties, she also conducts Bible studies and is trying to get her book … [Read more...] about Zenobia Carson “Claus” At Work

A few weeks ago, I had appendicitis and needed to have my appendix removed. I was in the hospital for 3 nights. The nurses and other healthcare providers were wonderful. My rant is about the food and the sinful waste I experienced. For the first day I was on a liquid diet. Breakfast was clear liquid which consisted of broth, decaf coffee, Jello and some sort of sugary shaved … [Read more...] about Thoughts on Hospital Food and Health

I love sharing stories from the past, especially during the holiday season. The world seems to be shaking on its axis, but we, the "seasoned" ones can sprinkle a little sanity, a little laughter and perhaps some wisdom, by sharing stories with the ones who came and continue to come, after us. I love sharing the story of Miss Hazel each year because I learn something new … [Read more...] about To Miss Hazel With Love

Suzanne Venker, co-author of Women Who Win At Love  recently appeared on the Tucker Carlson Show . She was there to talk about her book and the trials and tribulations of single women looking for a new love.   She is … [Read more...] about Women Are God’s Incredible Creation

Gert Boyle, CEO of Columbia Sportswear has passed. I learned about this amazing woman many years ago,  and I feel a great loss.  She was tough, independent, fearless, and inspiring, the ultimate role model for all older feisty women who knew what they wanted to achieve in spite of "age" and other would-be deterrents and went ahead and did it, often in unorthodox  ways. Read … [Read more...] about Gert Boyle, R.I.P.

I don’t know about you but sleeping through the night is something I’ve struggled with most of my adult life. I can fall asleep easily, I just don’t stay asleep and wake numerous times during the night. I’m always on the lookout to find ways to help with getting quality sleep. The one thing I’ve never done is resort to prescription medication and I … [Read more...] about Sleep: A Necessary Evil?

  In a local "Dear Aunt Mabel" advice column, a woman signed herself "Upset" and complained about having been given a senior discount without her requesting it. She wrote in part, "Aunt Mabel, I have more than 10 years before I turn 65. By today's standards, this is far from old. This has caused me considerable embarrassment. . . I think these employees should be … [Read more...] about Senior Discounts — Yes, No, or Maybe?

Shift happens. Family and friends move away or pass on. Jobs change by our design or someone else’s. Children are born and the family expands, as does its needs. The weather, on planet and off, brings about gradual or immediate changes. The list of minor and major shifts is endless because everything changes, despite our best efforts at times to keep or make things go the way … [Read more...] about Impermanence Is Here to Stay