Tag Archives: grief

Our Absolute Inherent Need to Be Needed!

Posted on June 5, 2024 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

I have a good friend, a dear gentleman of senior years, who prides himself on being independent. Even when age and ailments could be slowing him down (and perhaps do) he continues to get stuff done on his own. Even … Continue reading →

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Emotional Masturbation … and Why Do We Insist on Doing It Publicly?

Posted on April 4, 2024 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

Many years ago, when the Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards still existed, one of my musical girlfriends attended the show. She enjoyed it immensely but still could not resist a small (and very funny) “jab” at the end, when many of … Continue reading →

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Now Is Absolutely Not The Time To Hold Your Breath …

Posted on April 14, 2020 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

This morning I awoke to the news that a lovely friend had died. This death was not Covoid-related nor was it entirely unexpected. But it still smacked me upside the heart. I mean seriously, life is stupid enough these days … Continue reading →

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