Sense of Self...

Let’s Talk About the F word

I am a daughter, sister, aunt, mother, grandmother, nurse, and a feminist. I do not hide this fact. Those who truly know me have known this all along. I am a feminist because I support gender equality – socially, economically, and politically.… Read More Let’s Talk About the F word

Sense of Worth...

A Pet Peeve – Wait Time At the Medical Office!

I have just walked out on the second health care appointment in two days. I have had it with medical office wait time. I am rebelling! I am standing my ground! I am finding my voice! I am saying NO!… Read More A Pet Peeve – Wait Time At the Medical Office!

Sense of Humor...

Moving from Whiz Kid to Wiser Id – What I Am Learning From My Wheaten Terrier

There were some very interesting and important points as the author described an energetic engaging animal, and what he learned from his dog. I decided to take his points and compare them to my dog…… Read More Moving from Whiz Kid to Wiser Id – What I Am Learning From My Wheaten Terrier

Sense of Loss...

My Professional Life Just Flashed Before My Eyes!

I realized suddenly that I was done. Been there, done that, got the t-shirt and all those other tired and trite clichés. I was saying goodbye to my profession. … Read More My Professional Life Just Flashed Before My Eyes!

Sense of Worth...

Getting LINKEDIN to become SIMPLYHIRED is INDEED, a MONSTER problem!

Job searching in “ancient” times vs. modern times. Join me as I explore the ups downs of online job applications.… Read More Getting LINKEDIN to become SIMPLYHIRED is INDEED, a MONSTER problem!

Sense of Self...

Business Owner to Couch Potato?

Making the decision to sell a business that consumed my last 16+ years was a difficult one. I had the type of job that others envied. I looked forward to going to work every day – until…… Read More Business Owner to Couch Potato?

An Encore Life

About An Encore Life

AN ENCORE LIFE was created to explore the ups and downs of life for people in or beyond their “mid-point”. I hope it provides a positive, if somewhat irreverent, forum to discuss the unexpected experiences that life presents.… Read More About An Encore Life