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Sibling Recon-Silly-ation
By Sheila Edee* The young man had upper GI surgery. The re-section correction went well (hope you are not eating a brownie), but the nasty nose tube that drains from the site revealed a tear in his stomach. Therefore, he…
Read MoreWhat Color Is Your Love Life?
Some friends went to a multi-generational party with several other families. Many of them have parents who’ve been friends for 70+ years, and adult kids who grew up together and stayed friends. There were all ages there: white-haired widows, bald-as-a-cue-ball…
Read MoreMaking Waves With a Younger Sister
He’s now in his 70s. She’s about 10 years younger. Their dad was a teacher. Their mom stayed home. They didn’t live lavishly. But they had a great childhood, and still have a great relationship as siblings. He was always…
Read MoreSurefire Attention
If you are a widow or widower, this is a surefire way to get your children’s attention. It takes creativity and stealth to induce them to start calling you more often, and to more faithfully come over to check on…
Read MoreGetting Your Adult Children’s Attention
If you are a widow or widower, this is a surefire way to get your children’s attention. It takes creativity and stealth to induce them to start calling you more often, and to more faithfully come over to check on…
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