Our fortunate family has always gotten ‘a leg-up’. In the Kentucky vernacular of horseback riding this phrase means a helping hand for getting you over the girth and firmly seated on the saddle of your equine mount. Simple, sweet, effective assistance. Every time. From the moment I was born I’ve gotten a leg-up. My daddy … Continue reading A Leg-up
Our Mama
Our mama left us two-years ago today. My little sister Mary wrote this extraordinary eulogy-love letter to her and recited it at mom’s June 2018 memorial service and internment in Louisville KY. On the second anniversary of her passing our mother would be so proud of her three daughters. Our brother, Willy, was there to … Continue reading Our Mama
The Brain Trust
The BrainTrust Journal entry by Robin Isaacs — 3 hours ago I had a craniotomy at MGH on Veteran’s Day (11/11/19). I am experiencing a tranquil and smooth recovery. I’ll be resuming chemo treatment at BIDMC this coming Monday morning where my dear oncologist, Nadine Tung, will continue treating everything below the blood/brain barrier. During this past … Continue reading The Brain Trust
The BrainTrust
Shunyata
Breathe in ARISING Breathe out DISSOLVING Breathe in MANIFESTING Breathe out FALLING Breathe in COMING BACK Breathe out LETTING GO Breathe in A SMILE Breathe out CLEAR LIGHT Breathe in SENDING COMPASSION TO ALL SUFFERING SENTIENT BEINGS Breathe out ALL SENTIENT BEINGS RECEIVING LOVE, JOY, EQUANIMITY AND HAPPINESS Breathe in Breathe out Breathe in Breathe … Continue reading Shunyata
Steam Heat
Things are heating up. We’re in the grips of a monumental heat wave all across the country. ‘Trump Ian-warming’ for sure. It feels like the Everglades are in our backyard. I’m almost expecting to see gators slithering across the lawn so I’m staying inside with the doodles. What more can I do? Wish I could … Continue reading Steam Heat
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life Journal entry by Robin Isaacs — 5 minutes ago Just had the most enlightened conversation of my day with Johnny B. We’re both falling apart at the seams yet approach our impending denouement with buddhist humor and cranky grace. How many first cousins get a few lifetimes together in just this one? We’re … Continue reading A Day in the Life
Gobsmacked!
Gobsmacked! Journal entry by Robin Isaacs — June 15, 2019 It’s been a week since Ken and I, Kate and Jen learned that the breast cancer is now in my brain, while continuing to grow in my lungs and sternum. My first words to my family were, “I’m sorry.” Not because I’ve done anything wrong, mind you, but … Continue reading Gobsmacked!
Homecoming
Journal entry by Robin Isaacs — 1 hour ago 6/14/19 I just woke up from a dream that took me home. I mean really home. Not speed avenue or the moldy old basement of Kentucky Home School. But truly and utterly home. I was in a huge ancient wooden house with big old posts and beams, like an … Continue reading Homecoming
Q.O.L.
We all make our plans and, if we are fortunate, we take out travelers insurance, auto insurance, life insurance, home insurance, to guarantee the odds of keeping those plans moving forward in our little worlds. No guarantees ever but hopefully we have secured a protection policy to fall back on if need be. If there’s … Continue reading Q.O.L.
MindScapes 