Monthly Archives: February 2016

Early Morning Observations

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Jill Merriam

Walking the dog.  My mind is spinning about what I have to get done.  I decide to settle my mind by using my breath to count down from 40, starting over when I lose track.  My mind settles.  All of … Continue reading →

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A Visit to the Nursing Home

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Jill Merriam

My 98 year old grandfather is sitting in the cafe with his aid when I get there.  They are holding court with a table full of residents.  It’s so easy to see the deficiencies; the wheel chairs, the drool, the … Continue reading →

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You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Jill Merriam

I’ve committed to writing every day.  It’s a creative outlet to me and keeps me mindful within all the busyness of life.  I could do it in a journal, but there is some accountability from posting it externally.  When I’m writing … Continue reading →

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Disrespect. What a painful word.

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Jill Merriam

Disrespect.  This word causes a lot of pain in America.  I’ve been thinking about this word a lot lately.  I hear that word every day.  The word knows no socio-economic boundaries, as a good friend pointed out. “I had to … Continue reading →

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