by Lisa Gioia-Acres | Mar 27, 2021 | Observations
Originally published June 2009 I’m going through a phase right now where I want to hear music from my younger years. Maybe it has something to do with my upcoming trip home to visit lots of high school friends. Whatever it is I am forgoing my usual audio... by Lisa Gioia-Acres | Mar 27, 2021 | Observations
Originally published October 2009 When I was in my very early twenties I considered having a procedure so I didn’t become pregnant; I honestly thought I didn’t want to have children. A consultation with a doctor, however, resulted in his dismissal; he said I was... by Lisa Gioia-Acres | Mar 27, 2021 | Observations
Originally published March 2010 It’s early and my morning routine is nearly over. I wake up with the rising sun; my internal clock seems to know when that is no matter how dark the room is. Two of my dogs, Maya and Grubb awaken with me and when I’m ready to get out of... by Lisa Gioia-Acres | Mar 27, 2021 | Observations
Originally published December 2009 Menopause and patriotism are an interesting mix. I discovered this today when I attended the memorial service for a man I hardly knew other than to pay my respects to him and his family. I am at that stage in my life where my... by Lisa Gioia-Acres | Mar 27, 2021 | Observations
Originally published January 2010 the last twenty years. It’s nearly midnight and I suspect that sleep will elude me for some hours to come. My mind is awash in memories and rather than try and fight them for the sake of sleep, I would rather give in and... by Lisa Gioia-Acres | Mar 27, 2021 | Observations
Originally published August 2009 The greatest thing I ever did in my life, and I’ve done some great things for a small town girl, is to give birth and raise two children. The hardest thing I’ve ever done or will ever survive is being the mother to...
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