Neal Lemery
By Neal Lemery
Neal LemeryApr 21, 2021
Waiting for a Change
A friend struggles with addiction, depression, anxiety, and his fear of failure. What is my role, as the caring, concerned friend?
Self Care; Community Care
Taking care of myself and taking care of my community. A conversation about using technology and helping others, while also taking care of yourself.
Reaching Out
Reaching out in a dark month, remembering good times, good deeds, good friends, and the beauty of nature. Part of community caretaking
It's All About Relationships
Living a good life depends on healthy relationships, with others, and with yourself. Life experiences gives me opportunities for self-reflection, and for being motivated to be a caring, sensitive, engaged friend. And, being a good friend for myself.
Taking on a Challenge
Dealing with the complexities of today's life, let's get back to the basics of introspection, contemplation, and thoughtful citizenship and artistic expression.
It's the Write Time
Often, it is the right time to sit down and write down your thoughts and share them with the world. We all have stories, and we need to share them, to create a better world.
Refusing to be Silent
There's a time to be quiet, but there are also times to speak up, to address injustice and inequality, and to share your thoughts about a more just society.
Hunkering Down
When cold, windy weather comes, we all respond. It is a great time to hunker down at home with a good book, some tea, and lots of projects. A time of productivity, rest, and contemplation.
Tillamook County Historical Society Looks Ahead to 2024
The Tillamook County Historical Society is a busy, engaged group of dedicated volunteers, looking ahead to a busy 2024.
Sunday Morning Contemplation
Sunday mornings are quiet and contemplative in my house. My thoughts on peaceful thoughts and looking ahead at a productive week.
Holding Space
Being present with someone is the essence of friendship and good communication. Holding space is the idea of being fully present, being a true and active friend.
Struggling With Loneliness
We all struggle with loneliness. We aren't alone, but it is important to be aware of our feelings, and our ability to work through those feelings and move ahead. Here are my thoughts.
Towards Purposeful Work
Work Your Hard
Quiet Time and Simple Gifts
Doing the Right Thing
Through the Eyes of a Child
Special Moments With Jim
Savoring the Silence
Yet Another Review of my Book, from the Tillamook County Pioneer
Another Nice Review
Quiet Time
Early morning thoughts. A time to hold space, find yourself, and organize the day with calming rituals. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/11/25/quiet-time/
Some Post-Election Thoughts: Standing Up for Myself
Roundabout: Struggling With Addiction
Guerrilla Gardening: Bringing Light Into Our World
What I Learned This Summer
Listening Can Be The Change
Each of Us Can Be a Force for Change
Finding Determination in an Old Family Photo
Ranked Choice Voting: Is It In Our Future?
Taking Time to Grieve
The Bramblebush: A Look at the Law on Abortion
Learning From My Tomatoes
My Ten Minute Rule
The Power of Collective Silence
Free: Two Years, Six Lives, and the Long Journey Home, by Lauren Kessler. A Book Review
Planting Seeds
What I get out of gardening. The miracle of planting a seed, and how it reverberates throughout my life. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/04/20/planting-seeds/
Revising an Old Family Story
The Unexpected Conversation
How the unexpected conversation at the post office or the grocery store builds community, deepens friendships, and advances peace and compassion. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/03/13/the-unexpected-conversation/
Meth World — My Bitter Truth
Coping with a friend's relapse into the world of meth, and how I am trying to move forward. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/03/07/meth-world-my-bitter-truth/
Our Differences and the Coming Change
Moving on from the pandemic. How do we adapt to change, and move forward, building a healthy society and having productive conversations? This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/02/27/our-differences-and-the-coming-change/
Beginning
A poetic look at creativity and the beginning of a project. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/02/16/beginning/
The Old Hay Fork
Remembering the guidance and love of my grandfather, who was more than just an old farmer. He was my hero, my teacher, and a teacher of love and neighborliness. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/02/07/the-old-hay-fork/
Pruning Time
Pruning our lives and our community relationships and institutions to build a stronger community. How we can move forward. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/01/27/pruning-time-2/
Small Things
The small conversations, the small actions of one person can change lives and build community. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/01/20/small-things/
Reaching Out — One to One
We need to connect with each other, one person to another, and thereby change our lives and the world. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2022/01/09/reaching-out-one-to-one/
Filling Up the New Calendar
Building community, being mindful of the spirit of ubuntu, and planning for the new year. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2021/12/30/filling-up-the-new-calendar/
Unexpected Gifts: Giving From the Heart
We can simplify gift giving and give from our heart, the gifts of time, compassion, and friendship. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2021/12/17/unexpected-gifts-giving-from-the-heart/
Simple Gifts
Coping with consumerism and the pressure to "give more" during the holidays. A look at meaningful gift giving. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2021/11/30/simple-gifts/
The Verdict in Kenosha
Looking at the Kenosha verdict in the eyes of the law. A call for reform and dialogue. This episode is also available as a blog post: http://neallemery.com/2021/11/21/the-verdict-in-kenosha/