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“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes ... including you.”

Anne Lamott’s quote hits home this week. So, I’ll keep this short and sweet. I am taking a week off writing a full column. I’ve written during a whirlwind cross-country road trip from San Diego to Nebraska when my sister moved home. I wrote while both parents were nearing the end of life. I’ve written through sickness and health.

After a two-week emotional roller coaster, I’m taking time to unplug for a few minutes. It’s good for perspective and it’s time to give my soul what it need...