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Transitions for Us and Fall Creek Abbey!

In the past, anytime David mentioned the “r” word, I felt my chest tighten and my throat constrict. Retirement was NOT a subject I wanted...

What is Money For?

A few days ago, I received an email from our friend, Steven Lawson. Steven is the creator of the Monk Manual, a planning tool that...

An Unexpected Request

I went to help mom today. I go to see her and to run errands with her once a week or so. It’s the way I keep the commitment I made to dad...

Feeling Invisible?

Can you imagine feeling invisible to your partner or spouse? I've been reading Brene Brown's book, "Atlas of the Heart" recently. In her...

Things Dad Taught Me the Last Year of His Life

Today, on February 3rd, my dad is 91 in earth years. Happy birthday, dad! As I reflect back now, seven months removed from his last day...

“Be Muzzled!”

My prayers are changing. I’m beyond upset, so it makes sense that my prayers would go beyond how and what I normally pray. Beth asks me...