By Madeline Sharples In October 2012 I wrote an article in which I discussed my difficulties in hearing. And in December 2013 I wrote an…
By Madeline Sharples I’m especially reminded during the hard times in my life that no one is immune. Whether it’s family problems, health struggles, chronic pain…
Less than one week ago I had cataract surgery on my right eye, and now I can see distances better than I ever have in…
By Madeline Sharples I fired one of my doctors this week. It was not a spur of the moment decision and something I didn’t take…
Against my better judgment I accepted an offer to work for three weeks on a rush proposal project about thirty miles from home. Though thirty…
Invasive sounds constantly roar between my ears. Sometimes these sounds are like ocean waves, calm or static hums, or the high-pitched whistle of an approaching…
I’ve been practicing Pilates for at least ten years. I started with mat Pilates, by doing exercises on a mat on the floor. Next I…
I apologize for being away for the last couple of months. I needed the time to prepare and then actually go on the trip of…
As I entered, the room was buzzing with the friendly chatter of many elderly women, loud music, and the constant every thirty-second direction to change…
Although my husband has almost fully recovered from his hip replacement surgery, he has recently been walking with a distinct stagger – like he’s struggling…