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I write about the surprises of daily life and intersections of aging and spirituality.
— Sharon Johnson
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We Lose Bits of Our Stories When We Lose Our Celebrities
Although she never married… Sharon Johnson 3 min read · Oct 18, 2025 Diane Keaton was a visual presence from my 20s to my 70s, her Annie Hall-inspired look a reference point. I... Read More
The Amber Glow of October Light
Later in life, realizations Yesterday I went to Sauvie Island, at the intersection of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. The marine layer nestled above the landscape until noon, when the sun got warm... Read More