Victoria Ponders

July 2025

July 27, 2025

Don’t Play it Safe

I received the loveliest bit of feedback recently about my demeanor as a writer. The educator in me knows that very often we’re driven for concluding remarks when we seek input from others. Hoping for high fives and praise… hoping for thoughtful queries conveying interest and approval. But I learned something new last week that… Continue reading

writing

author, courage, feedback, Inspiration, motivation, vulnerability, writing, writing tips
July 20, 2025

A “Surviving Sue” Birthday Gift!

“Surviving Sue” is celebrating a birthday – she’s officially two years old! Last week in a reflective moment I thought about the past two years and the enormous gratitude I feel for readers and their kind words, lovely reviews and comments. Whether it’s a call or an email outreach, my heart swells when readers connect.… Continue reading

Surviving Sue

author, book reviews, intergenerational healing, memoir, mental health, resilience, Surviving Sue, Wellness
July 13, 2025

Message Received

A few months ago, I wrote about musical memories and car songs. As I re-read the post this morning I smiled. Sometimes it’s good to revisit our own words and reel in the comforting reminders. Let me catch you up…here’s a bit from the that post: Headed home after dropping Lisa off, I settled in… Continue reading

Family, kindness

author, disability, Family, gratitude, inclusion, love, music, philanthropy, prayers, service, songs, Surviving Sue
July 6, 2025

Peace, Love & Bunnies

Last August I shared a post, “Books, Bunnies and Forgiveness” and included a few snaps of a baby bun-bun. A welcome visitor on our deck. I can’t say for sure, but I think the little dude (or dudette) is now a teenager and decided to visit again. Same spot. Same ambition. Figuring out where the… Continue reading

kindness

advocacy, books, kindness, love, peace, self-care, writer

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Chicago Writers Association Speakers Bureau – Writing for Wellness; Navigating Elder Care with Grace & Humor

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July 2025

Don’t Play it Safe

A “Surviving Sue” Birthday Gift!

Message Received

Peace, Love & Bunnies

Peek Inside “Surviving Sue“

Workshops

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