Leaving The Door Open

Keeping it Real Storytelling

  • Some of The Best of Life’s Stuff

    Some of The Best of Life’s Stuff

    I laughed out loud when I saw the photo of my two-month-old grandson sporting a “New to the Shenanigans” bib. It was a funny concept; almost like a clue to what’s coming. I don’t think anyone can raise a child without facing some “shenanigans” from…

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  • Talking Intuition with D.G. Kaye

    Talking Intuition with D.G. Kaye

    I just finished a book where one detective asks another about a suspect. “What does your gut tell you?” A few days later, I’m watched…

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  • More Instant Joy

    More Instant Joy

    As I continue visiting my past through old material about my mom’s life and reading ancient (!) journals of my own, it’s become clear my…

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  • Finding Family

    Finding Family

    It’s been exactly eight months since my mother, Gretchen, passed away. I haven’t written about her in almost that long. I think there are a…

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  • The Desk

    The Desk

    I’m on my hands and knees under a piece of furniture, looking up, holding a magnifying glass in my hand. It’s a tight fit and…

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