Last week I read a beautiful inspiration. The writer encouraged readers to stop, look and listen at least twice a day, looking at nothing more than the blue sky and fluffy clouds and passing cars. I realized I had been doing just that! Every morning after an early breakfast, … Continue reading →
It’s movie (Barbie) day for Julie, her friend Patrice, and me. It will be good to have an outing. I’m not sure what to think. It sounds a bit corny but the review in our local paper was positive, telling prospective viewers it’s not what they might expect (meaning … Continue reading →
How things have changed. I am very happy here at Provision Living but my routine is different than my life in California. I have breakfast with friends at 7:00 in the morning and then I go for a morning walk in our beautiful courtyard. Next I join an exercise … Continue reading →
Hi friends. It’s me. Wanted to bring you up to date on my situation. I have moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, into an assisted living facility. Provision Living, 5531 Chappell Crossing, #208, West Chester OH 45069. I have kept my cell phone number, 831-726-6008 and my email karen@karenoconnor.com. I’d love … Continue reading →
Hi everyone! I suffered a mild stroke last week and will not be able to post new blogs while I’m in rehab. I’m doing well. I have physical therapy and both my daughters to support me. Thank you for being such faithful readers of my blog. I will be … Continue reading →
In Richard Rohr’s book of daily meditations, A Spring Within Us, the author makes the point that “Love is where we are from, and love is where we are going. When we live in love we will not be afraid to die. We have built a bridge between worlds. As Paul … Continue reading →
The other day I was chatting with friends about some of our favorite foods and drinks when we were kids. One mentioned Orange Crush. Another macaroni and cheese. We chuckled at how easily the memories of these treats same to mind. So on my next grocery list I added … Continue reading →
After weeks of rain and flooding and high winds in the area where I live, spring is beginning to show its lovely colors. The trees on my street are greeting us with fragrant blossoms and the hope of new life. I’m so excited. It’s my favorite time of year. … Continue reading →
A good laugh and a good sleep! I tested out both of them this week. They work! I was feeling a bit ‘off.’ And then I realized I needed to spend some time smiling and laughing and going to sleep earlier than usual. I woke up refreshed and happy. … Continue reading →
I woke up a few days ago with two names on my mind–neighbors I wanted to call and invite to lunch. I like to get together now and again with people I care about. I also enjoy helping my adult granddaughters with laundry or light housekeeping when they are … Continue reading →