Joseph CascianiGeropsychologist, Consultant, Public Speaking, Freelance · Podcast Host of the Living to 100 Club | Clinical Strategies for Senior Residential Settings & Lifestyle Directors | Geropsychologist | Keynote Speaker

The World of a Busy Writer and Active Octogenarian with Marjorie Burns

1 May 2024 · 1 min

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In this brief monologue, the speaker shares a vivid snapshot of her morning routine. She describes being awakened by her two dogs, especially a rescue dog named Talkie, whose tail-wagging and vocalizations bring her immediate joy. She reflects on the simple pleasure of seeing a wagging tail and feeling gratitude for a new day. Through the window she observes a nearby mountain that remains snow‑covered year‑round, adding a serene, picturesque backdrop. She ties the scene to the sentiment of Louis Armstrong’s classic song “What a Wonderful World,” underscoring the sense of wonder and appreciation for everyday beauty.

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the dogs usually waking me up. The older one come, her name is Talkie. She was a rescue dog named Talkie because she talks like that. And they wake me up and their tails are wagging. And how can you not feel joy when someone is wagging a tail like that? Glad to see you and glad another day is starting. And I have out my window the mountain. This is very close by, covered with snow all year round. And, uh, it's, it's a wonderful world, like the Louis Armstrong song goes.