About
This blog – Mary and Bob’s Journal – has been retired. All of the content here, plus new work, can be found at my new site: Writing Ruth.
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I’m Ruth. Thank you for stopping by.
Mary and Bob’s Journal was my ongoing account of striving to practice a full, present, and compassionate existence.
Started in 2007 out of a love of writing, named after my grandparents’ diaries, the site hosted my ever-developing personal essays.
My work since early 2011 has been driven by my grief after the loss of a close friend. His untimely death has deepened and increased my urgency over the big questions like, what should I do with my “one wild and precious life”?
What are you doing with yours? I would love to hear.
Contact: writingruth at gmail dot com.
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Ruth,
Mom sent me your blog, and if ol’ Diane can say so, you are so gifted honey keep the pen moving your too good to stop.
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Thanks, Aunt Diane. You sure do know how to make a gal feel good.
I hope you’re doing well. Stay warm this winter. :)
Ruth, Thank-you so much for your encouragement – this blog being one form! It’s great to gain some insight on what it’s like to participate in a marathon. I’m really excited at the opportunity to raise money/awareness for blood cancers, but also to build some muscle and confidence. Thank-you for your participation! The LLS was a huge help to our family while I underwent tx for NHL last year.
In wellness, Samantha
Hi Ruth, I, too, write to a woman in the DR Congo. Women for Women International is a wonderful organization. I found you on Thirty Voices and though I know that they have come to an end, I believe in what they set out to do. My partner, Laurie and I hope to bring women together in a similiar way and thought you might be interested. Please check out our website. We would love to hear your viewpoints or learn practical information from you. Blog on!
Shellee
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Thanks so much, Shellee! I look forward to checking out your site.
Best, Ruth
One more thing. i loved your pic of Yosemite. It is truly a beautiful place. Shellee
Ruth,
This blog is, by far, one of the most wonderful blogs that I have ever read. (I follow close to 100 blogs.) I am in shock. I love your story. I read about your grandparents. I can’t wait to continue to follow you through your writing.
Thank you so much for sharing. Gosh – I can see why Sam loves you so much! Besides being a great aunt – you are a very cool person indeed!
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Mindy, your generosity in words has left me nearly speechless. Thanks for the boost . . . hoping to be more disciplined with my writing.