Whether on my blog, on social media, or in person in conversation, I’m not really a “small talk” kind of person. Unless that small talk includes humor. Yes, I’m all there for humor.
Each person has a story, and I enjoy hearing those stories and how their life’s experiences led them to where they are today. I also enjoy sharing my experiences and what I’ve learned from them.
My blog and books have philosophical, spiritual, and moral components that some might miss if they aren’t paying attention. My latest (click left on pic) has many deep meanings, some I didn’t purposely add, but then synchronicity occurred.
Today, I’m taking a break and switching it up—small talk it is—about the weather and pets.
Since this was a lighter topic blog week for me, I thought I’d expand on my 
The grieving process is different for each individual, and for me, the first year is brutal with experiencing the change of seasons without him.
If you knew someone who lost their spouse just a few weeks ago, would you say, “I know it’s hard, but there are other men/women out there looking for love. Get on eharmony and find one who needs you?”
We said our final goodbyes to Max last night, January 8, 2020 around 6pm. I have no energy in me to write much else at the moment. I wrote the following 
Good Day everyone. I hope this finds you in a bright, lovely start to the new year.
I originally wanted to start by writing that the summer is half over, but instead I decided it’s still half full. Right?
So, I was minding my own business walking the dog. The weather was cold, but not frigid, and dusk would soon give way to the super moon. I’ve never walked Max while listening to music or on the phone, because I believe it’s important to pay attention to the dog and my surroundings. On this particular day, I needed to make an important call. I wore earbuds and was on the phone while maintaining a moderate, steady pace. A man pulled up beside me and rolled down his window.
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