by Julie McGue | Sep 20, 2023 | That Girl This Life
Strawberries Julie McGue Author “I promise, you’ll never think of strawberries again in the same way.” Gayle Brandeis, our moderator for the weekend writer’s retreat, giggled as she spoke. Her exuberance sent the ends of her purple streaked hair bouncing against her...
by Julie McGue | Sep 6, 2023 | That Girl This Life
Accepting the Unexpected Julie McGue Author In my third book – a memoir due out in October 2024 (She Writes Press) – I write about a potpourri of events which occur during my formative years. These experiences helped determine my values, faith, and sense of family and...
by Julie McGue | Aug 23, 2023 | That Girl This Life
Wedding Rings & Walkers Julie McGue Author I spy my widowed, 90-year-old mother as she emerges through the front doors of the senior living complex where she has lived for the last decade. Bedecked in large sunglasses, she scrutinizes the sidewalk in front of...
by Julie McGue | Aug 9, 2023 | That Girl This Life
What is Enough? Julie McGue Author “It’s a funny thing about life, once you begin to take note of the things you are grateful for, you begin to lose sight of the things that you lack.” ― Germany Kent My daughter and grandsons were in town last week. I spent the...
by Julie McGue | Jul 26, 2023 | That Girl This Life
Gathering Beach Glass is Like Life Julie McGue Author One of my favorite summer activities is hitting the beach shortly after sunrise for a long walk. I enjoy a leisurely pace, let my mind wander, and examine the sandy path in front of me for beach glass. Today, the...
by Julie McGue | Jul 12, 2023 | That Girl This Life
From Where Do We Draw Courage? Julie McGue Author The question of where courage comes from has been on my mind lately. The topic first arose during a conversation I had with my friend Lynn. Like me, she’s a new widow. “I never imagined I would have to tackle all the...
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