Not just for only children! Info, stories and life experiences for anyone who feels like they didn't get the How-To brochure on life! Host Tracy Wallace, who has been a business owner, a successful fundraiser, a stand-up comedian, a caregiver and an animal lover, shares stories from the front lines of adulting to help others in this journey called life. She does this while finding the humor in the all situations.
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episode 24: The Brochure on Revisiting Echoes of Nostalgia: Visiting Places in Your Mind
Do you visit places in your mind? The places you might have spent your childhood or countless hours of your life? Every corner of a home holds a story, from the creak of a floorboard to the hum of the fridge. This week I unwrap layers of nostalgia that envelope the places of my past. It's not just a trip down memory lane; it's an homage to the spaces that molded me and a reckoning with the artifacts of lives once lived—those bittersweet keepsakes that stir the heart upon every glance.
The resonance of a sticky piano key in my grandparents' living room, a silent witness to decades of life's symphonies, becomes the launching pad for this episode's heartfelt narrative. I'll share how a single object like a well-worn piano can encapsulate the essence of family history, carrying the weight of stories untold and melodies unfinished. Whether or not you've had the unique experience of being an only child, this exploration of loss, remembrance, and the small legacies left behind is something we can all relate to. So, fix a cup of your favorite comfort drink, settle in, and let's traverse these emotional landscapes together, finding companionship in our collective memories.
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