Author Archives: jjaywmac

This is what is on my mind…. Get some coffee. This is a long one but one I want to write while I can. In 2020, I had three brain strokes. And I am struggling to get better. I did not anticipate brain damage. But then, I did not anticipate moving to Nice, France, retiring,Continue reading “Janet’s Story of “JESSE” in one sitting”

I am thinking about my thoughts about Mother’s Day, and I plan to think out loud today with you – as a treat to myself as a mother. I have earned my badge. I don’t get a gold star or an A+. I was a young mother, getting pregnant when I was only 19 andContinue reading “Some Thoughts About “MOTHER’S DAY’”

TAKE A BREAK!  May Day is over. And, life is “trying” to return to the new normal. SO, settle back and give your mind a rest for a few minutes from whatever is on your mind to read some information about a man who left his fun writings after his untimely death – STEVE ORLANDELLA. Continue reading “LEGACY LATER – STEVE ORLANDELLA”

HELLLOOOOOO, MAY! WELCOME! And you have arrived not a moment too soon! I LOVE MAY! It is full of good things. What, you ask? First of all, it is a holiday in France. May Day is France’s Labor Day AND the Fête du Muguet. Return of Spring. Flowers. Fun. We are ALL restored to a naturalContinue reading “MAY DAY!!!!”

Just some of my thoughts and frustrations. I am taking a microscope to my life these days. Looking at everything with new eyes.  Who is doing what and how?  Covid has taken its toll on me.  Other people in their 80’s seem younger than I feel.  Why?  Friends are playing golf.  Others are wearing stilettos. Continue reading “SPEND A MOMENT of TIME WITH ME…….”

I have avoided studying art history for years. It seemed to me that I had to pick one, or at best, two – theatre (drama), music, or art. So, I chose first music (voice and classical piano) and then drama (theatre history and performing arts). Art was not on the list. It was too complicated,Continue reading ““ART” THOUGHTS – a brain exercise”

This is on my mind – A bunch of rambling. Thinking out loud. Even though I know more than I have ever known, I don’t know. I know that I live in Paris. I know that I WANTED to live in Paris for many years. I know that I am in a pandemic. I knowContinue reading ““I DON’T KNOW” Get a coffee or tea……”

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What is on my mind?? Well, it is a rainy Saturday in Paris, so I will spend some time on JAYSPEAK.? I really enjoy this blog and these weekly posts.? They are changing – as I change – and we are not sure where they (or I) are(am) going.? But I…

What is on my mind?  Well, it is a rainy Saturday in Paris, so I will spend some time on JAYSPEAK.  I really enjoy this blog and these weekly posts.  They are changing – as I change – and we are not sure where they (or I) are(am) going.  But I am feeling happy, forContinue reading “RAINY DAY IN PARIS…..duh…..!”

What is on my mind?  Easter.   Rebirth.  New.  Spring.   New growth.  Sound familiar?  It does to me.  What is really happening?  A lifelong friend died.  My brother-in-law is surrounded by hospice workers.  I am having difficulty getting a vaccine appointment.  The virus is outside my window.  I need groceries and supplies.  I am not drinkingContinue reading “THREE DAYS OF EASTER – NEW FUTURE FOR ALL”