6.27.2026 Fashion Trends
When I write a post, I most often hear from readers who say they understood what I was…
The Unintentional Art of Aging
As of 6.10.2026, I am 80 years, 8 months old. I can’t seem to stop myself from keeping…
As Long As I
Thanks to all of you who responded to my post on changes and worries. Your well-wishes have calmed…
Missed Connections
It seems like it’s been forever since I last wrote to you all. When I checked my website,…
Here I am
Life seems to consist of one change after another. My cell phone company was bought by another company…
Comfy Slippers
A flurry of activity as first the outer then inner doors to the dentist’s office slammed open—bursting into…
One Book Leads To Another
It’s been nearly eight years since I met my friend, writer Trish McBride. She and I were the…
Oldest Person In the Room
I want to write about being an elder because I wish someone would have told me what it’s…
Belonging
The concrete bench beneath my sweatpants was dirty and damp, but I didn’t mind. My eyes had adjusted…
Passionate Aging
You may ask, Nicky, what encouraged you to be bold about being old? Today, I took a peek…