By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Jul 1st, 2025
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article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE Perhaps it’s a sign of a privileged life, but I first felt like an adult when I flew across the country alone. I remember exiting the plane at O’Hare International, walking under all the colorful flags and thinking, “It’s all on me.” To be clear, I was a gasp away from [&...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
May 30th, 2025
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article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE On April 21st, the world lost Pope Francis; the same day, Husband lost his paternal grandfather, Larry David Smith, his last living grandparent. Husband’s mother had called days prior to let us know that Grandpa would be put on hospice, that the nurses expected he had 72 ...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Apr 30th, 2025
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article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE In 2017, I wrote a letter to my then newborn daughter. Witnessing my dreams for her manifest is the honor of my life… We named you Wilder Reese. The elders comment on how pretty the name Reese is. But I’m in love with your first name, Wilder…it’s everything I hope y...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Mar 28th, 2025
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article by Meredith McKinnie As we meandered through the uncrowded London streets that Sunday morning, I glanced at Husband looking up randomly from Google Maps to confirm landmarks. We were headed to Brompton Cemetery in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Established in 1840, Brompton feat...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Feb 28th, 2025
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article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE Of my two daughters, the oldest is the performer (thus far). I noticed this about her as a baby. Before she even reached 12 months, her mouth stayed stretched across her face, proudly displaying toothless gums. She laughed incessantly, loved being watched, and rewarded at...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Jan 30th, 2025
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article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE A recently married couple flew to Paris yesterday for their honeymoon. They posted the quintessential plane pic before takeoff with the tagline “Je t’aime.” My mind flooded with memories of this past summer, the casual cafes on every corner throughout the City of Lights,...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Jan 3rd, 2025
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article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE Dear Bonnie, It’s almost January again. We used to celebrate your birthday; now we honor your passing. With the two occasions a mere two days apart, I toggle with acknowledging your loss, celebrating your life, or bridging both. Doesn’t one cancel the other, or does it on...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Dec 4th, 2024
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Anticipating the holiday season is quintessential to this time of year. At times, the anticipation exceeds the experience that can often be overshadowed by the hustle and bustle – so much to do, so little time, and so many memories to make. But when I think back on Christmases past, it’s not th...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Oct 31st, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinnie I was born in the same hospital where I delivered my two daughters. I’ve lived in three residences over the past 41 years, all within a 13-mile radius. To say I’ve stayed close to home is to put it mildly. Physical distance is essentially a foreign concept. Even as friend...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Oct 1st, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinnie Can you smell that crisp, fall air on its way? It’s hard still battling 90-degree temps, but my body can sense it. Fall has always been my favorite season as the holidays are approaching. Before having kids, I wouldn’t have counted Halloween in that category. I’m not a ho...
