University of Kansas, March 18, 1968
Even if we act to erase material poverty, there is another greater task, it is to confront the poverty of satisfaction – purpose and dignity – that afflicts us all. Continue reading “Almost 50 Years Later…”
Author: lorigreer
My world came crashing down when my husband died. My journey back to a whole and happy life is recounted in this blog Lori Greer in Portland. It is not always easy but it is always worth it.
A Tale of Customer Service
I have been on a quest to find a local source for Crio Bru Cacao.
So far, no luck.
I was delighted to find the brand at New Seasons Market, a wonderful local grocery chain in the Portland Metro area.
Sadly, the only kind they had was a pumpkin flavored roast.
Yuk! I hate pumpkin. Continue reading “A Tale of Customer Service”
This Month Needs Your Support!
Let’s be fair….
We observe Black History Month, Women’s History Month, Irish-American Heritage Month, Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Gay & Lesbian Pride Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Native American Heritage Month….I would bet that this is an incomplete list.
These are causes that speak to the heart of life in America and deserve our attention.
However, I must point out that we have another month-long cause that deserves our immediate and unconditional support.
No matter where you stand on issues or what you believe in, I call on you to support Continue reading “This Month Needs Your Support!”
Celebrate Pi Day at Lauretta Jean’s
PI DAY is here!
You owe it to yourself to eat pie at Lauretta Jean’s today, 3.14!
Lauretta Jean’s delicious pies are handcrafted with fresh ingredients.
I have served them proudly at dinner parties. They are that good! Continue reading “Celebrate Pi Day at Lauretta Jean’s”
My Top Ten: Living Alone
Enjoy my top ten indulgences for living alone. Feel free to add your favorites!
I Love Sleep!
This sign was in a restaurant in Whistler, B.C. which was expecting a large tour group for breakfast.
I was glad to dine just with my friend rather than in a herd. It’s all good!
Most days I have healthy breakfasts.
On some weekends, I splurge by enjoying a scrumptious breakfast with a mimosa. Or two.
Happy weekend!
Fighting to Get to Friday
What a week!
Nothing terrible is going on in my life. Just the usual.
I have felt like I am wading in deep mud.
Going through the motions.
I felt like I was pushing the river. Lots of effort. No return.
Just one more day and the week is over.
Hallelujah! Continue reading “Fighting to Get to Friday”
Now is the time…
“Now is the time for all good men to come to the aid of the party” *
Like many things from my youth, this particular phrase had no meaning to me.
It was merely a mindless typing drill from when I learned to type years ago.
That is, until today, when I took Ginny for a walk in downtown Lake Oswego, Oregon.
Continue reading “Now is the time…”
Jane Can Do Anything
Hi there,
Do you feel better today about your life?
About the world?
About almost everything?
I sure hope so! I am not just being nice when I say that.
My friend Jane called me today.
We talked for over two hours about everything.
So, if the world isn’t right, it’s not because we didn’t do our best!
If only women ruled the world, right?
Honey in the Heart
“All good things.
No evil.
Honey in the heart.
Thirteen thank yous.”
Mayan Blessing*
Tenderness, compassion, good over evil.
These are not traits I associate with the Mayans.
Thanks to Hollywood, I think of human sacrifices on huge altars.
The Aztecs wouldn’t win any prizes for goodness either in my world.
