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Month: May 2026

Banana Ball (and all its Bliss)

Just when I thought all things wholesome had been extinct, I walked into a Banana Ball game and my faith in pure goodness was instantly restored. It was as unexpected as the midgame nod to Magic Mike courtesy of a slew of shirtless firemen dancing on the dugouts midway through the seventh inning.  If you … Continue reading Banana Ball (and all its Bliss) →

Jyl Barlow Thoughts from a Frazzled Bear 1 Comment May 18, 2026May 18, 2026 6 Minutes

Available Now: Hi, Honey!

Happy Mother's Day! I've chosen this very day to publish my third book, Hi, Honey!: A Dementia Diary because it truly is a love letter to the relationship I had with my mom, who passed away just over a year ago. I wasn't really aware how unique the relationship was between my mother and me … Continue reading Available Now: Hi, Honey! →

Jyl Barlow Thoughts from a Frazzled Bear Leave a comment May 10, 2026May 10, 2026 1 Minute

Hi, Honey! A Dementia Diary

For decades, 4 p.m. meant one thing to me: a phone call to my mom. And then one day, it was gone. Hi, Honey! A Dementia Diary shares the story of loss, grief, and growth. I can't wait for you to read it.

Jyl Barlow Thoughts from a Frazzled Bear, Thoughts on Aging, Thoughts on Being a Writer, Thoughts on Mental Health Leave a comment May 4, 2026May 1, 2026 2 Minutes
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