Author Archives: Betty
When Time Knocks and Life Answers
Life has a way of arriving unannounced—sometimes gently, like a breeze brushing past my shoulder, and other times like a storm pounding at my door. I never quite know which version is coming. What I do know is that every … Continue reading
Something on My To‑Do List That Never Gets Done
There’s a certain task. It lives on a to-do list like a long-term tenant—quiet, familiar, and in no hurry to move out. For me, that task is going to the hairdresser. I’ve been telling myself for years that I’m going … Continue reading
What Is My Favorite Thing to Cook?
Most people have a signature dish. It is something they season just right. They proudly set it on the table as if to say, This is who I am. It is presented in a bowl or on a plate. I’ve … Continue reading
THE FLIGHT I HAVEN’T TAKEN YET
There’s one thing that still stirs a deep nervousness in me: getting on an airplane. It isn’t fear born from experience—it’s the unfamiliarity of a journey I’ve never taken. Flying feels like a bold, almost impossible human achievement. It seems … Continue reading
I AM NOT COMPLAINING- I AM HOPING
I move through the world with an awareness that is both a gift and a responsibility. I see people not just as they show themselves. I see them as they are beneath the surface. They are shaped by ego, fear, … Continue reading
HUMAN POTENTIAL
Gymnastics, skating, and dancing are my absolute favorite sports to watch. There is something magical about them — they are artful, vibrant, exhilarating, and full of color and movement. These aren’t just sports to me; they are living expressions of … Continue reading
MY LOTTERY INITIATIVES — A VISION FOR HUMANITY
If I ever won the lottery, I wouldn’t dream small. I would hope the winnings were astronomical. I long for this, not for luxury. It’s not for status either. It’s because I long to make an astronomical difference in the … Continue reading
WHAT CAPTURES MY CURIOSITY
I relish reading books that explore people’s lives. These stories delve into their struggles and their turning points. They also show the ways their hopes eventually found fulfillment. Stories rooted in the human experience always capture my attention. I’m also … Continue reading
BOARD GAMES AND OTHER ODDITIES
Board games have always been one of my family’s favorite pastimes. Scrabble and checkers filled our days with laughter. A whole lineup of card games — blackjack, 500 rummy, Go Fish, trump, and more — also provided friendly competition. We … Continue reading
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