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I'm a writer, a teacher and a life-long learner. I'm finding 60+ a fascinating time to be alive.

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a postcard to my younger self

You're only human. Don't be so hard on yourself.

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my posts

Scars Will Fade

Posted in Eleanor Brownn, family & relationships, spirituality on May 06, 2012
One of the benefits of growing older is the sense of perspective it brings. When trouble comes, the idea that something is "the end of the world," has been replaced by "this, too, shall pass.read more »

Keep Things in Perspective

Posted in Eleanor Brownn, spirituality on April 28, 2012
Don't miss all of the good stuff that happens today because you're thinking about all of the bad stuff that happened yesterday.read more »

I Will Try Again Tomorrow

Posted in books & entertainment, Eleanor Brownn, spirituality, work & money on April 25, 2012
I started to cry because something I had written had made a difference to someone else in a very real way. I don’t know how many more messages I need in order to learn that this life’s journey is so not about me.read more »

Wasted Time

Posted in spirituality on April 18, 2011

Never believe that you have wasted your time.  No matter what you are doing — whether alone or with others, whether running or standing still, whether ideal or imperfect, whether recognized or…

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Starting Over (again!)

Posted in family & relationships, spirituality, work & money on March 12, 2011

Here’s the story: In the last 3 months I have lost my home to foreclosure, lost my job AND turned 60.  My closest family members are no longer alive, I have no children and…

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my comments

Response to: I Will Try Again Tomorrow

Comment posted on May 1, 2012 at 12:56 am:
"I like your comment about quality over quantity. Hearing how your friend sent my post to you reminds me that writing something can be like a pebble in a pond. One tiny pebble can send out ripples that extend into infinity. Thank you...." (read comment)

Response to: I Will Try Again Tomorrow

Comment posted on May 1, 2012 at 12:51 am:
"You have a unique voice and something only you can say. If you don't write it, it won't get written. Have courage...." (read comment)

Response to: I Will Try Again Tomorrow

Comment posted on April 28, 2012 at 4:31 pm:
"I find that when I focus on the present moment, I see all of the miracles around me. That's the challenge and the gift of being alive. Circumstances can change just by changing my perspective. Peace and blessings to you...." (read comment)

Response to: I Will Try Again Tomorrow

Comment posted on April 28, 2012 at 4:29 pm:
"Thank you, RR <3. That is very generous of you to say. I believe we're all together in this thing called Life. And, definitely, He is in charge!..." (read comment)

Response to: I'm finding out what's really important to me

Comment posted on February 21, 2012 at 4:05 pm:
"You're welcome. Yes, pain is a great eye-opener! Perhaps that's why there's shadow and light, joy and sorrow. The gift of getting older seems to be gaining a greater ability to appreciate all life has to offer. Not easy, but we're all learning...." (read comment)