Tag Archives: life

Becoming An Orphan

Posted on January 11, 2023 by gerrystarnes

At the end of last year, I suddenly – but not unexpectedly – became an orphan. At the age of 69, that is no small event. Becoming an orphan at any age is, of course, no small event. Still, with … Continue reading →

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Change The Narrative — With Gratitude

Posted on October 28, 2017 by gerrystarnes

Let’s change the narrative, the stories that we tell about life, the universe, and everything. Let’s work together to create a new narrative, one of compassion, respect, caring, abundance. Of course, the place to begin is within. You have likely … Continue reading →

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On Being Gentle

Posted on September 27, 2017 by gerrystarnes

What is the attitude I need in order to weather the current emotional swings of these turbulent times? The word “gentle” kept coming up, and I realized that I did not understand what that meant. Continue reading →

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Three Keys To Successful Long-Term Relationships

Posted on September 2, 2017 by gerrystarnes

You may already know that I have been in a long-term relationship for … well … a very long time. I have seen many other relationships that have developed during that time fall apart. As a counselor, teacher, and minister, … Continue reading →

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Navigating Difficult Times

Posted on July 28, 2017 by gerrystarnes

These days can be particularly anxiety-producing and possibly even traumatic. Here are some simple ways to navigate these difficult times. Continue reading →

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