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  • Aging

    What I Learned about God and Life from My Grandmother’s Boobs

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    old lady with agency and kind face and wrinkles

    I learned more about God, life and wisdom from my grandmother's boobs than I did from Sunday School. At the age of 10 I looked at my grandmother…

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    Ardis Mayo
  • Aging

    Growing Old Gracefully: Reflections on Embracing Aging with Wisdom and Humor

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    two white haired aging ladies on a bench discussing the meaning and purpose of growing old, memory

    The more years go by, the more I realize that growing old gracefully isn't about having it all figured out. It's about keeping that youthful spirit alive -…

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    Ardis Mayo
  • Creativity

    Don’t Let It Disappear: The Importance of Family Stories

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    Storytelling is a fundamental part of the human experience, connecting us to our roots, sharing family stories across generations, and leaving a lasting legacy.

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    Dekker and his “Pawnderings”

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    Dekker, service dog posing on granite slab

    Dekker is a British Black lab whose gifts for writing emerged during the pandemic when he had to stay home much of the time. If this is your…

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