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    GRANDDAD – A Memoir Moment

    Dorothy Sander

    It’s the summer solstice and my grandmother’s birthday. The connection seems absolutely right, though I know little about her. My mother told me of her love of nature. . . a gift passed…

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    INTERLUDE: WHAT IS NEXT?

    Dorothy Sander

    TIME FOR AN INTERLUDE in the Voices of Wisdom Series I hope you have been enjoying the The Voices of Wisdom Series! I know I have been enjoying reading and sharing the stories of…

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    HARVESTING WISDOM by Author Joan Rough

    Dorothy Sander

    I’m excited to introduce today’s Voices of Wisdom feature contributor Joan Z Rough.  I met Joan through her wonderful blog where she writes regularly about life and “harvesting wisdom”.  I was drawn to…

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    STORIES OF COURAGE & SURVIVAL– ABUSE — Women of Wisdom Series™

    Dorothy Sander

    As part of The Women of Wisdom Series™, I am introducing three memoirs, each addressing the issue of abuse. Though the stories are different, the message is in many ways the same.  Each memoir sheds light…

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    THE VALUE OF GRATITUDE – Voices of Wisdom Guest Post

    Dorothy Sander

    Wisdom comes with the ability to be still. Just look and just listen. No more is needed. Being still, looking, and listening activates the non-conceptual intelligence within you. Let stillness direct your words…

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    The Silence of Morning by D.H.Hickman – A Book Review

    Dorothy Sander

    The Silence of Morning: A Memoir of Time Undone  is a powerful memoir of one mother’s struggle to come to terms with the sudden death of her son.  Filled with wisdom and insight, Hickman’s  writings can…

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I’m Dorothy Sander – Writer, midlife survivor and quiet guide for women navigating change

I believe midlife is not a crisis, but a sacred invitation. My writing explores what it means to live with depth, authenticity, and resilience — especially when the world insists we disappear. This is a space for soulful reflections, healing, and becoming.

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  • Not Just Quotes
    Inspiration for the Ever-Evolving Woman — from Transition to Transformation.
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    Gentle reflections for navigating life transitions with courage and clarity.
  • Caring for Mom
    Midlife reflections for daughters walking the caregiving path.
  • Aging Abundantly: A Little Book of Hope
    A pocket-sized companion for anyone seeking grace and light on the journey.

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  • Jung’s 7 Tasks of Aging
    Insights from Carl Jung on the soul work of aging with depth and meaning.
  • 14 Top Movies Featuring Older Women
    Celebrating powerful, complex women on screen — stories we can see ourselves in.
  • There’s No Such Thing as a Perfect Marriage
    A real talk reflection on long relationships, imperfection, and grace.
  • Adrenal Fatigue, Burn Out, Compassion Fatigue
    Naming what wears us down — and how to begin restoring what’s been lost.
  • Listen to the Silence
    A gentle call to pause, listen deeply, and hear the wisdom waiting within.
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