I had a talk with my 2 adult daughters about a very serious matter. I told them that I did not want to be buried when I died, I wanted to be cremated so as not to take up more space on this planet. I expected tears or one of them to try to convince […]
From Anger to Compassion
“First, you cry” is the title of Betty Rollins memoir about her breast cancer and subsequent mastectomy. If someone had asked me how I felt after watching the killing of George Floyd, I wouldn’t have known how to answer. I knew I felt rage towards the policeman and deep grief about Mr. Floyd’s family. And […]
Radical Compassion by Tara Brach
I rarely endorse books for fear that I will be flooded with authors who also want to be endorsed. But I make an exception here as I have just completed: “Radical Compassion” by Tara Brach. This is a beautifully written book by an author whose kindness and compassion can be found on every page. In […]
In Memoriam
An Obituary IN MEMORY OF MY MEMORY It was never crystal-clear as it always had a thin fog to it. For most of my life, I tried to pretend I remembered more than I did. But for most of my life that poor memory just lumbered along with me like an unwanted relative. […]
Finding Peace Amid Political Turmoil
Dates: Tuesdays, January 14, 21, 28, February 4, March 3
Time: 7 – 9 pm
Location: Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ
March 3rd follow up session at another Cherry Hill location
Cost: $295
Registration: Email Lori.Volpe@OpeningIn.com to receive notice of when registration begins
Climate change, guns, immigration, hatred and division, fear of an unpredictable future … today’s socio-political environment is creating much suffering. Together, we’ll use mindfulness and emotional regulation techniques to care for our minds, bodies and hearts and learn to navigate the news of disturbing world events more skillfully, finding a greater sense of ease. The practical skills you will acquire can also be used in other aspects of your life. All points of view are welcome.
Santas Christmas whine
Okay, it’s time to load up my sleigh. This process alone is exhausting for somebody my age. And then to adapt my sleigh with a wheelchair ramp took extra time and expense this year. Meanwhile, just try to imagine what it takes to get a quadriplegic down chimneys. Think about all of the ropes and […]
Just This Day…
Well here it is, December 20. 40 years ago today I walked across my frozen lawn not knowing they would be last steps I would ever take. For some reason, this anniversary feels more significant than the others. Perhaps it’s because of my age and how my body seems to be growing more weak. Last […]
December 20,1979
I’m so excited today about surprising Sandy with a Thunderbird, our dream car. Even though we both agreed to get this car for our tenth anniversary, I’m driving to Harrisburg to pick it up a week early. Boy will she be surprised, I can’t wait to see the expression on her face. I think I’ll […]
From Trauma to Healing: a Love Story
A few months ago I wrote a commentary for the Philadelphia Inquirer in reaction to the news that some Boy Scout leaders have been abusing children. The news hit close to home, because my own scout leader and seventh grade teacher had sexually abused me all those years ago. In writing the commentary, I hoped […]
Shame of the Boy Scouts: I was sexually abused by my troop leader | Perspective
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