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How To Turn Your Life Around

Bil Lewis earned a Masters Degree in computer science at Indiana University in 1978, working in Integrated Development Environments and bioinformatics at Stanford, Tufts, MIT and Harvard. He has taught at Stanford, Tufts, and MIT with a Sabbatical at L'ecole des Moines DuNanets. He is a Past District Governor for Toastmaster, an Eagle Scout, a Returned Peace Corps Officer, … [Read more...] about How To Turn Your Life Around

The Impact of Olympia’s Lion’s Club and Its Low Vision Center

On this week’s episode of the Swimming Upstream Radio Show, host Dorothy Wilhelm welcomes Michael Petty. He is a board member of the Olympia Chapter of the Lions Clubs International and director of its Low Vision Resource Center. They discuss the history and role of the Lions Clubs both in Washington and around the world. Petty also shares how people can benefit from and be … [Read more...] about The Impact of Olympia’s Lion’s Club and Its Low Vision Center

The Impact of Gaming and AI on Different Age Groups

On this month’s Generation Gap episode of Swimming Upstream Radio Show, Dorothy Wilhelm (Silent Generation), Ray Miller Still (Millennial) and Jason Falls (Gen-X) discuss generational differences in technology, social behaviors and substance use and abuse. They conclude that emphasizing the importance of understanding and adapting to changing norms across age groups is critical … [Read more...] about The Impact of Gaming and AI on Different Age Groups

How Abraham Lincoln’s Beliefs Can Inspire Modern Activism

On this episode of Swimming Upstream Radio Show, host Dorothy Wilhelm continues her conversation about the leadership and nuances of Abraham Lincoln with The Lincoln Guy, Larry Fowler. This week, he shares insights on Abraham Lincoln's resilience, his lesser-known beliefs, and how his life lessons can inspire us to create social change today. Discover practical ways to stay … [Read more...] about How Abraham Lincoln’s Beliefs Can Inspire Modern Activism

Lincoln’s Spiritual Journey and Resilience: Lesser-Known Stories

On this episode of the Swimming Upstream Radio Show, host Dorothy Wilhelm chats with The Lincoln Guy Larry Fowler about some lesser-known stories of Abraham Lincoln, including the revelation that Lincoln was on the Autism spectrum by most expert’s accounts. They also discuss Lincoln’s personal influences, spiritual journey, and the impact of overlooked individuals in history. … [Read more...] about Lincoln’s Spiritual Journey and Resilience: Lesser-Known Stories

Living Fully with Disabilities: Lessons from Marjorie Turner Holman

On this week’s episode of the Swimming Upstream Radio Show, Dorothy Wilhelm talks to Marjorie Turner Holman who shares her journey of living fully despite disabilities, emphasizing the importance of asking for help, finding joy in activities, and maintaining resilience. Discover practical tips for outdoor adventures, community engagement, and embracing life's challenges with … [Read more...] about Living Fully with Disabilities: Lessons from Marjorie Turner Holman

The Power of Legacy: What Stores Will You Leave Behind

On this week’s Episode of the Swimming Upstream Radio Show, Dorothy Wilhelm talks to the Queen of Action, Regina Carey. The two explore the concept of legacy through personal stories, values, and meaningful actions. The conversation emphasizes how our actions and values shape what we leave behind for future generations. Key Topics The true meaning of legacy beyond … [Read more...] about The Power of Legacy: What Stores Will You Leave Behind

Generation Gap: Are Boomers Now Addicted To Screen Time?

On this month’s episode of Generation Gap on the Swimming Upstream Radio Show, Dorothy Wilhelm (The Silent Generation), Jason Falls (Generation X) and Ray Miller Still (Millennial Generation) explore generational differences in technology use, the impact of social media addiction, and the importance of human connection. The hosts share personal stories, insights on mental … [Read more...] about Generation Gap: Are Boomers Now Addicted To Screen Time?

Remembering the Easter egg hunt that the family missed one of the eggs

It was late April before we became aware that we had definitely not found all of the Easter eggs in our indoor Easter egg hunt. We searched everywhere, but the smell just got stronger. It was June before we finally found what was left of the egg in our elder daughter’s boot in a back closet. It smelled bad. Really, really bad. This was not too surprising in a home where a … [Read more...] about Remembering the Easter egg hunt that the family missed one of the eggs