Barbara’s Riffs on Life

My Deceased Husband’s Laptop — I Fixed It Myself!

September 24, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall 4 Comments

My deceased husband’s laptop had become my favorite, fun laptop in the months following his death. But now I couldn’t open it. Read more.

Widowed: I Don’t Like My Life

September 17, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall 12 Comments

I’m widowed and I don’t like my life. Stranded 2,000 miles from home with covid proved easier than facing the life that awaited me back home. Read more.

My Covid Birthday Party — One Guest and a Slice of Cheesecake

September 10, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall 6 Comments

Eighty-one years on the planet calls for a celebration, and that’s what I had — a covid birthday party with one socially distanced guest. Read more.

Covid Update — I’m Doing OK

September 3, 2022 By Barbara Falconer Newhall 12 Comments

Covid update: I tested negative after a week of mild symptoms. But I’m still taking it easy with crossword puzzles and binge TV for company. Read more.