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Barbara Falconer Newhall

Widowed: I Called Tech Support and Got Ageism

February 5, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall

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I called tech support and got ageism. ‘Why don’t you get someone younger to help you?’ said the otherwise very nice techie. Read more.

With No Husband to Complain, Here Are Some More Things I’m Free to Do These Days

January 29, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall

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With no husband to complain about my bad habits and quirky tastes, I’m free to think and do lots of things I’d set aside for many years. Read more.

Is There an Upside to Widowhood? I’m Looking at the Possibilities

January 22, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall

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Now that Jon is gone, I am keeping an eye out for reasons to like going it alone. I’m wondering, are there any upsides to widowhood?  Read more.

Widowed: Did He Die in Anguish?

January 15, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall

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No, Jon did not suffer. He did not die in anguish. It was over quickly, she said. Before he knew what was happening.  Read more.

Widowed: Advice From Beyond the Grave — Party On!

January 8, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall

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How to mark the anniversary of Jon’s death? A visit to the cemetery seemed in order. Then along came some advice from my dead husband.  Read more.

Wishing You a Hope-y New Year

January 1, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall


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Hope-y New Year! Here’s to a hope-filled 2022. Not because hope will solve the climate crisis or end the culture wars. But just . . . because.  Read more.

It’s Christmas — And This Is What Merry Looks Like

December 25, 2021 By Barbara Falconer Newhall

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Want to know what merry looks like? Climb the stairs to the choir loft at the Toledo Cathedral in Spain. A merry scene awaits you.  Read more.

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