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Day 5026: National Storytelling Day

Posted on October 5, 2026 by Ann Koplow

Yesterday, I told stories about storytellers, unaware that today was National Storytelling Day.

On National Storytelling Day, I’m working on improving my storytelling here on this blog, looking for ways to make both the text and the images more readable. In the meantime, I’m close to getting full credit for my continuous streak of daily blogging since January 1, 2013.

Because my storytelling here isn’t as clear, well-formatted, and interesting as I would like these days, I fear I may lose some readers. That fear won’t stop me, however, from storytelling on National Storytelling Day.

The Daily Bitch is telling another interesting story on National Storytelling Day.

This is the first thing that comes up when I search for “National Storytelling Day” on YouTube:

Thanks for all who are here for the storytelling on National Storytelling Day, including YOU!

Categories: personal growth, photojournalism | Tags: 2025 National Storytelling Festival, Alton Chung Olio, cats and other pets, delicious meals, Le Madeline Restaurant, October 5 2026, The Daily Bitch Calendar, the South Shore of Boston, Twitter and Bluesky, WordPress Happiness Engineer, World Pet’s Day | 6 Comments

Day 4982: Bothering

Posted on August 23, 2026 by Ann Koplow

As a group therapist, I witness what’s bothering people. I also hear how these people I work with worry about bothering others.

It’s bothering me how people in power aren’t bothering about about how their greedy, selfish, and short-sighted actions are bothering those they are supposed to serve and protect.

Is there anything bothering you about my blog post for today?

It’s bothering me that today’s online list of holidays and observances has a grammatical mistake.

When I search for “bothering” on YouTube, I find this …

… and this:

I hope I’m not bothering you with these daily blog posts and my constant gratitude!

Categories: group therapy, life in the USA, personal growth, photojournalism | Tags: August 23 2026, cats, Kathleen Madigan “Bothering Jesus”, Le Madeline Restaurant, Reality Club - “Am I Bothering You?”, South Shore Plaza, the South Shore of Boston, Twitter and Bluesky, what’s bothering people | 8 Comments

Day 4933: A Break

Posted on July 5, 2026 by Ann Koplow

Because of understaffing at work, I really need a break.

Because of the current corrupt administration, my country needs a break. Many of us are concerned that if we don’t get a break in the midterms that our democracy may break.

Yesterday, many of us took a break from our usual routines to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the USA.

Now it’s time for a break from this introduction with my still and moving images for today.

On this National Workaholics Day, I’ll be taking a break before I return to work tomorrow.

Thanks to all who give me a break, including YOU!

Categories: life in the USA, personal growth, photojournalism | Tags: cats, good news, humor, Independence Day, July 5 2026, Le Madeline Restaurant, National Workaholics Day, Squantum July 4th parade, Twitter and Bluesky | 4 Comments

Day 4912: Disclosures

Posted on June 14, 2026 by Ann Koplow

I am the kind of psychotherapist who uses self disclosures in my groups and in individual therapy. These disclosures are in service of the patient and reflect fundamental and shared experiences. These disclosures, I hope, reinforce the healing message that no one is alone.

Yesterday, I saw the new Steven Spielberg movie Disclosure Day, which disclosed typical Spielbergian themes including the importance of empathy and transforming trauma into art.

Full disclosure: I love Spielberg movies and highly recommend this one.

What disclosures do you see in my images for today?

Here’s what I find when I search for “disclosures” on YouTube:

Now it’s time for my disclosures of gratitude to YOU!

Categories: movies, personal growth, photojournalism, Psychotherapy | Tags: art, cats, Disclosure Day, June 14 2026, Le Madeline Restaurant, Steven Spielberg, the South Shore of Boston, Twitter and Bluesky, what people are waiting for | 6 Comments

Day 4877: Adventures

Posted on May 10, 2026 by Ann Koplow

After recently returning from adventures in Spain, I enjoyed yesterday’s adventures, which included reconnecting with my life-long friend Barbara for our annual birthdays celebration.

On Brunch for Lunch Day, Barbara and I shared our adventures in the worlds of medical issues, family, architecture, travel, childhood, and adulthood.

I told Barbara about my adventures in Spain and my possible solo adventures in Europe this September.

Sharing adventures with supportive friends like Barbara helps me feel braver for all the adventures ahead.

What adventures do you see in my images for today?

We never know what adventures the day will bring. For example, when my intuition told me to ask that question about intuition last night, I had no idea that today was Trust Your Intuition Day.

I look forward to sharing adventures with my son and other family member this evening on a video call.

Here’s what I find when I search for adventures on YouTube: