by Cynthia Germain I’ve been thinking a lot lately about grace. Not grace in a religious sense, but the kind of grace we give another person when we stop before judging. When we ask a question instead of making an assumption. When we recognize…
by Cynthia Germain Last week, our Treasurer, Bill, shared a thoughtful reflection about his father and the influence he had on his life. I am thankful that Bill was willing to share his personal memories with our readers. His reflection reminded me that while…
by Bill Schneider Dads can be so many things throughout life. The memories of my late dad, Dr. Tom Schneider – a giant, strong man – carry descriptions like provider, enforcer, proud veteran. But my strongest memory and description of my dad is one…
by Cynthia Germain When we talk about why people love Door County, the conversation often begins with the obvious. The shoreline. The forests. The sunsets. The small towns. The slower pace that seems to ask us to stop and appreciate the moment. For me,…
by Cynthia Germain One of the things I hear most often when talking with older adults is that retirement is not always what they expected. It isn’t necessarily about money. It isn’t always about staying busy. More often, it is about something deeper: wanting…
by Cynthia Germain As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s an invitation to pause and reflect on the women who raised us, shaped us, and, in so many ways, continue to guide us. It’s also an opportunity to think about what it means to age, and…
by Cynthia Germain Winter has a way of lingering, with stretches of gray days and weather that keeps you indoors. It hits you emotionally, not sadness but simply low energy and a sense that everything takes a bit more effort. During winters like this,…
By Cynthia Germain Last fall, I reflected on the grief that can come with caregiving. It’s not the kind people see from the outside, but it’s one many caregivers quietly carry as they help someone through changes in their health, their outlook, their life….
by Cynthia Germain There’s a certain hush that settles over Door County this time of year. The trees are bare, the streets a little quieter, the days shorter. It’s the season of reflection, looking back at what was, and forward to what still needs…
by Cynthia Germain Thanksgiving has always been a holiday built on tradition…the same recipes, the same seats around the table, the same debates about football or pie. For a long time, that rhythm was comforting. And then, gradually or suddenly, life changes. Kids grow…
