Thursday, March 27, 2014
Exploring an app
How do I use Instagram? I saw an ad on Photojojo and its possibilities look tantalizing. What are the next steps? Apparently it can be used to create thank you cards using one's photos. What do I do next? You'll see me soon I hope.
Thursday, June 28, 2012
I am now in a new phase of life, having moved into a senior community,rather than being in my own home alone. My challenges are somewhat different and change from day to day. I am feeling moved to share my experiences here-- so different from those of my past. My creative juices are stimulated as they have not been for quite a while.
A Catalog of Canines (6/8-6/9, 2012):
I have a number of furry, four-footed neighbors, whom I see cavorting in the courtyard here at Atria. Among them are: Katie, the Silky Terrier; Lady, the Japanese Chin; Dixie, the Papillon; several Shih Tzus: Peggy, the Hound; and Chipper, a BichiPoo. I remember Emma, the Miniature Schnauzer, always perfectly groomed, who, alas, is no longer with us, having crossed the “rainbow bridge.” I see Nola, a mixed breed I cannot identify, but whom I see in her yard, and her neighbor, a longhair mini dachshund who barks at me when I pass her domain, regardless of my overtures of friendship. And this morning I met Duke, a Miniature Poodle.
(I’m sure I have forgotten someone.) We have had occasional visits from Mona the Weimaraner. (Remember those wonderful Wiiliam Wegman photos of his Weimaraner models, including Man Ray and Fay Ray?)
My heart aches for my little Buddy Chihuahua, gone these five-plus years, so fondly remembered (my bosom buddy, as it were).
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
They made a believer out of me!
For many years I avoided gambling and never played Bingo or any similar diversion. In my new residential setting, two of the popular activities are Bingo and Po-ke-no, both of which, essentially, are gambling. These occasions encourage socializing as well, opportunities to “Engage Life”,” to use the phraseology of the activities program. Like a number of the other residents I participate, to my amazement.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
New Life at 82?
At age 82 I find myself going on dates–after not being in such a situation for five or more years. Sure, I have nonromantic friendships with several men and enjoy those friendships. I felt flattered when recently I was invited on what I could only call "dates" by two men I have met (or re-encountered) recently. I feel a bit embarrassed by the physical limitations I've acquired since my previous dating opportunities. It's difficult to know what my expectations realistically should be in these now-unfamiliar occasions. I enjoy the companionship but am not sure whether I'm interested in an intimate relationship if a friendship seems to be going in that direction. Should I insist on going "dutch" if my companion expects to pay?
Most of my male friends either are gay or are clearly uninterested in a romantic relationship–or at least not with me. I enjoy and value these friendships and feel very comfortable with them. One of my current "beaux" (what a quaint term!) is someone I have known casually over the years because of community activities, but at that time both of us were married. We encountered each other in a workshop a few months ago, renewed our acquaintance and have had a few casual dates since. We seem to share some common values and interests, but I suspect he may be at least ten years younger than I am--if that matters. He is the only person I have dated since my college years who was not interested in participating in a faith community.
The other man who has suddenly come into my life is a Unitarian Universalist. He and I share some interests and he has a nice sense of humor. He appears to be close in age to me. Our friendship is still very young. I don't know yet what kind of a driver he is. He drives a Prius, though, so I agree with his philosophy on energy while being aware that his income must be greater than mine. I'm looking forward to knowing him better.*
Who would have thunk that I'd be in this situation? What fun! I must keep my expectations and boundaries clear and frame my communications with care. 12/16/08
*12/17/08 addendum: I spent a very pleasant afternoon, beginning with lunch (which he paid for). with my Prius-driving friend. He's a good driver and a good conversationalist. I hope to get together with him again. Although I met him at a church social event, he is not formally affiliated with the church. He has attended UU fellowships elsewhere but appears to have stopped short of actual membership there, too. He finds Unitarian Universalists to be like minded and seems to follow UU principles. He does not feel a need for ritual, so is more likely to go to discussion groups than to a worship service. I also discovered that he is a longtime Mac user and had participated in user groups elsewhere, so that is another commonality. He is fairly recently widowed, whereas my other new dating friend is divorced, although I don't know how long ago and how well he has recovered from what appears to be a trauma. Stay tuned...
Most of my male friends either are gay or are clearly uninterested in a romantic relationship–or at least not with me. I enjoy and value these friendships and feel very comfortable with them. One of my current "beaux" (what a quaint term!) is someone I have known casually over the years because of community activities, but at that time both of us were married. We encountered each other in a workshop a few months ago, renewed our acquaintance and have had a few casual dates since. We seem to share some common values and interests, but I suspect he may be at least ten years younger than I am--if that matters. He is the only person I have dated since my college years who was not interested in participating in a faith community.
The other man who has suddenly come into my life is a Unitarian Universalist. He and I share some interests and he has a nice sense of humor. He appears to be close in age to me. Our friendship is still very young. I don't know yet what kind of a driver he is. He drives a Prius, though, so I agree with his philosophy on energy while being aware that his income must be greater than mine. I'm looking forward to knowing him better.*
Who would have thunk that I'd be in this situation? What fun! I must keep my expectations and boundaries clear and frame my communications with care. 12/16/08
*12/17/08 addendum: I spent a very pleasant afternoon, beginning with lunch (which he paid for). with my Prius-driving friend. He's a good driver and a good conversationalist. I hope to get together with him again. Although I met him at a church social event, he is not formally affiliated with the church. He has attended UU fellowships elsewhere but appears to have stopped short of actual membership there, too. He finds Unitarian Universalists to be like minded and seems to follow UU principles. He does not feel a need for ritual, so is more likely to go to discussion groups than to a worship service. I also discovered that he is a longtime Mac user and had participated in user groups elsewhere, so that is another commonality. He is fairly recently widowed, whereas my other new dating friend is divorced, although I don't know how long ago and how well he has recovered from what appears to be a trauma. Stay tuned...
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