Category: communication

Good Morning Stranger

Posted in cell phone, college, communication, community, courtesy, CVS, dog walks, dogs, Medicare, memoir, Millennials, nature, self-checkout, seniorsLeave a comment

As I was walking my 55-pound dog yesterday, I noticed an older woman with a cane waiting to cross the street to my side. A construction truck slowed down and waved her across, but she shook her head no. She knows she is old and slow. The truck passed, and I reduced my speed so… Continue reading Good Morning Stranger

WTF? Ring the Doorbell!

Posted in author, Beatles, children's books, cleaning, communication, doorbell, email, Facebook, friends, memoir, nextdoor, office, social conventionsLeave a comment

I have an older friend who has glommed onto texting as though it were the only way to communicate. She becomes impatient if I don’t respond within sixty seconds. She occasionally takes a walk and ends up in my front yard, asking for a glass of water. Don’t get me wrong. I’d be happy to… Continue reading WTF? Ring the Doorbell!