…The Rest Is His Story

Eleanors Living Diary

Personal reflections and real-life stories that capture everyday grit, grace, and wonder.

  • Do I Practice Religion?

    It is as though my life were a song,trapped in the chorus.I rehearse, and rehearse again—and do not live it. You astonish me.And I don’t startle easily. Do I practice religion?What a peculiar daily prompt. It tiptoes in, pretending to… Continue reading

  • “Do I Remember Life Before the Internet?”

    Indeed, I visit often.   Do I remember life before the internet?I beg your pardon—you speak as if it no longer exists.Though there lives a generation that might not understand,I will not bring you the details.Rather, I shall take you… Continue reading

  • “A World of My Own Making”—

    I am especially well-suited to living in a world of my own. In this world I’ve formed, there lives my imagination. It is not a touristy place, nor is it governed by schedule or social custom,but rather a carefully tended… Continue reading

  • Cold Weather: With All Due Warmth, Please Know Your Place

    There exists a proper time for cold—it’s welcome in December, perhaps extending into January if I’m feeling generous. Like a short stay, a polite hello, a brisk wind may be forgiven. But beyond that? I dare say, you’re loitering. I… Continue reading

  • My Smile Is Quite the Accessory

    So, I’d have to say…the oldest thing I’m wearing today is my smile—wide, wouldn’t you say? She shows up first, knowing her place.Before my feet find the floor, before the mirror judges, before I pick who I’ll be today.She’s the… Continue reading

  • Serenity & Co.

    “Not all brands come with labels. Serenity & Co. is always in season.” My favorite brand isn’t restricted by climate or time of day. When you slip it on, it’s instantly your favorite — because it’s woven with perfection. It’s… Continue reading

  • “Let Me Be Your Cautionary Tale -with Grace and Side-Eye”

    “Some people hear God’s voice. I apparently needed motion sickness first.” What gives you direction in life? It’s a question so big, it doesn’t knock on your door— it just sits across the street. Waves at you. Gives you the… Continue reading

  • “The Risk I Took Without a Helmet”

    I was in a deep thought, looking out the window.My husband asked,“Whatcha thinking?” I looked his way. Said nothing.Just quietly replied,“Working on today’s daily prompt…” “Describe a risk you took that you don’t regret.” And there I was—returning to my… Continue reading

  • “The Emoji That Whispers, and Roars”

    There I was, scrolling through WordPress, hoping for a prompt that would stir something deep— maybe a question like “Write a letter to your 12-year-old self… but from your 82-year-old self,” or “You Weren’t Supposed To.” Instead? “What’s your favorite… Continue reading

  • Anything 80’s-Back to the Future: What Time Do We Leave?

    Because the 80s didn’t whisper their way into our lives—they parachuted in with shoulder pads and a theme song. Let’s start with MTV. MTV was the best music video everything.Not just a channel—it was a revolution with eyeliner and a… Continue reading