I awakened in the morning, from an amorphous dream and a deep sleep. It was as if some extra terrestrial force was controlling my brain, as I was ordered to procure a pen and a piece of paper and to write down the following words, without even beginning my usual bathroom routines. The words were […]

Oh Chip! You’ve been hanging around in the clouds for 6 months now. Such a long time – but only a minute! I’m here now with a confession to you. I’ve always valued your advice, and we’ve pretty much agreed on the many important life issues we’ve shared. So this one isn’t huge. Actually, in […]

SEPTEMBER 2021 I knew they were out there lurking in the shadows. I even knew some of them casually. And I have attempted relevant conversations with some, as in: “Tell me what you believe to be true.” Santa Claus? Peter Pan? The Tooth Fairy? The election was stolen? People are dying from taking the vaccine? […]

My son, Chip, died from Esophageal Cancer that had metastasized to his Bones just days after his 65th birthday in May, 2021. This is one of many Chip stories.. He was a “car hound.” He collected and assembled miniature cars. He was an auto technician by trade. He was also a ‘Deadhead.’ and a music […]

It wasn’t easy – being Chip’s mom — but for sure, it was never boring. Actually – it did get easier – once I got the epiphany: “He’s not gonna live the life I prescribed for him. He’s gonna be Chip – and not Emily’s wish list for Chip.” Altho, when, at 18 months, he […]