TWENTY FIVE “25”
I have watched, read, and shared so many of the stories from 9/11, and for those of us who were here, it remains a day we will never forget. We all have a story—one memory embedded in our minds that we carry with us and share with others, especially with those who were too young […]
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I have been reading, pondering, thinking, and meditating over the recent loss of Dolly Parton. I needed to digest all I could before I put as they say pen to paper. I did not even think about blogging on this but the more I read, the more I realized how important it is to share […]
UPDATE PLEASE READ
Over the past year or so, I have slowly been updating everyone on the slowdown of the foundation. I also want to remind you that my books are still available for purchase, with all profits continuing to go to CHOP, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, helping make hospital stays a little more comfortable for children and […]
The Alesia Shute Foundation Holiday Update
I I’ve been thinking about sharing an update for some time, and I’m finally sitting down to write it. The Alesia Shute Foundation hasn’t been a central focus for a while, though we’ve continued doing small things to stay active and present. Many of you know I hinted at retiring some time ago, but I […]
Who is Watching over Me/Us
We have been having a challenging couple years. Health has been an issue but both my husband and I, but solider through and support each other, keep our chins up and work hard to stay on point. We have recently planned a family trip for hubbys birthday and meeting in Florida on his actual birthday […]
California Fires 2025
My husband and I lost the entire first floor of our 6,000 sq ft home when superstorm Sandy swept through Southern NJ in 2012. We were displaced for 4 months in a rental home along with our dog, trying to rebuild from the studs, replacing everything including bulkhead, and all outdoor items as well as […]
Forever? or Not?
The date is Sunday September 1st, 2024, and my former business partner as well as very close friend brought over her two grandchildren for a swim in our pool which will soon close for the season. The day is beautiful, sunny, mid 70’s, breezy and just delightful. Kids swam and snacked and played. Then we […]
A Life Lived
Dr Steven Douglas My dear friend Dr Steven Douglas recently passed. As I sat at his funeral and feeling the sadness of never chatting with him again, I thought of all the years we worked together and how many people, just in my circle this man had touched. Dr. Douglas was a giant in the […]
Another Successful Event 50/50
Happy New Year to all! I’m hoping that 2023 is special in all kinds of ways to everyone out there. We only want, health, happiness, and peace on earth for each and every being on earth. My foundation has been doing large 50/50’s over the last 12+ years, and this recent one was exceptional. About […]
Sharing Emotional Thoughts & The Ukraine
I awoke this morning like every other morning, with thoughts of the world. Where are we, what are we doing; are we doing enough? Questions that I ponder every day since the Ukraine has been under siege. It does not fully consume my day, since there is so much to absorb daily with the world […]