Monthly Archives: September 2016

American Beauty

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Erika

I discovered a big bruise on my shin the other day, and when I went to show it to my daughter, the words inadvertently popped out of my mouth: “I hate my legs.”  The moment they were out, I regretted … Continue reading →

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Diver Appreciation

Posted on September 20, 2016 by Erika

Last Saturday night was the Volunteer Diver Appreciation Party at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Shira volunteers there as a diver, an aquarist, and as an education docent. But tonight was about honoring the divers. At 23, she is one … Continue reading →

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Who Knew?

Posted on September 16, 2016 by Erika

This morning on my walk, I said hello to my down-the-street neighbor, Pete. Pete must be in his late seventies, has lived in his house longer than I’ve lived in mine (25 years), and he still drives a semi-truck cab that … Continue reading →

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Viable

Posted on September 11, 2016 by Erika

A friend of mine, after reading Whither Thou Goest, asked me if Ken returned to Orange County, whether our relationship would be viable. That is an interesting word. Viable. My first thought when I heard the word had to do with sustainable. … Continue reading →

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I Love You Friends

Posted on September 1, 2016 by Erika

I was listening to Joel’s latest podcast, and he and his guest, Warren Talbot, discussed two things that resonated with me. The first I have talked about in a previous post, and that’s addressing fear: “What’s the worst thing that could happen?” … Continue reading →

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