I’m Renea, a retired educator turned wine bar conversationalist. This is Conversations Over Wine—where wisdom is poured and stories are shared.

Each week, we slow down, pour a glass, and talk about life’s lessons, aging with intention, and what really matters as we grow older. I’m so glad you’re here. Let’s begin.

This week’s episode is all about taking a careful, introspective look at where we are and how to make peace with a life that may look different than what you had planned. This is a topic I can certainly relate to and hope to be able to share some things today that will help you embrace the life you have even when it is not the one you were expecting.

I feel that gratitude is the cornerstone for being at peace with your life. Every day when I wake up I recite at least three things I am grateful for  ...