Comments for No Ordinary Life

Comment on We’re not getting old . . . we’re becoming Elders by Phyllis Boernke

Phyllis Boernke — Tue, 15 May 2012 20:48:43 +0000

What a lovely experience, Jamie. Thanks for sharing it with us.
As a Grandmother, I feel so happy to be invited by my grandchildren to participate in the ordinary of their lives as well as the special – soccer games, band concerts, curiosity about how to talk a certain boy! I feel honored. I’m glad you are embracing “seniorhood” and speaking on behalf of us.
The proposal sounds delightful. Carry on, dear one.

Phyllis

Comment on We’re not getting old . . . we’re becoming Elders by Jamie

Jamie — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:18:37 +0000

Hi Leanne,

Thanks for the nice comment. There is something about this youth radio project that wants to grow wings. I hope that it does–eagle wings. Thanks for the help also. When I get back from Rapid City lets have a cup.

Comment on We’re not getting old . . . we’re becoming Elders by Jamie

Jamie — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:17:05 +0000

Coffee with cream?

Comment on We’re not getting old . . . we’re becoming Elders by Jamie

Jamie — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:16:49 +0000

Hi Laura,

Yes, I know what you mean about feeling uncomfortable around seniors. I very much prefer the idea of Elders. These students were very comfortable. I had to smile at how sometimes we older folks like to help a bit too much instead of letting the younger ones explore their imagination fully–that wonderful place where growth happens. Thanks for touching in.

Comment on We’re not getting old . . . we’re becoming Elders by Laura Zera (@laurazera)

Laura Zera (@laurazera) — Tue, 15 May 2012 18:13:05 +0000

What a great idea for a project, Jamie. I have to admit, when I was ‘a youth,’ I felt somewhat uncomfortable around seniors, didn’t know how to talk with them, and thought they were kind of boring. I hadn’t had the benefit of grandparents in my life, or any seniors, for that matter. I’m glad to say that now I revel in the storytelling of our Elders.

Comment on We’re not getting old . . . we’re becoming Elders by Milt Lee

Milt Lee — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:45:10 +0000

It was a bunch of fun alright! Too fast of a trip but life doesn’t seem to wander much anymore – seems more like a gallup.

How about some coffee?
M.

Comment on We’re not getting old . . . we’re becoming Elders by Leanne

Leanne — Tue, 15 May 2012 03:04:59 +0000

Love the post, Jamie. And a huge overflowing basket of good luck wishes for that proposal!!

Comment on Josia’s Tears by Jamie

Jamie — Wed, 09 May 2012 03:47:37 +0000

Thanks Maggie. I swear we must be soul sisters from many lifetimes. I’ll have to share the longer version (a novel). I blended this story with another and expanded it. Remind me to tell you more. Looking forward to our morel hunt.

Comment on Josia’s Tears by Jamie

Jamie — Wed, 09 May 2012 03:45:29 +0000

Thanks baby girl. Missing you guys.

Comment on When Darkness Falls . . . pay attention by Jamie

Jamie — Wed, 09 May 2012 03:44:51 +0000

I’m working on staying in the present, too. It does seem easier when all the world is in bloom. My husband tends to do enough worrying for both of us, so I can let things go. Just wish it had more time for gardening and such–love that. Thanks for checking in.