Cooking in Croatia + Health Journeys + Golden Girls Pact
“We have discussed this in multiple ways–about what will happen to us when we age and we have discussed what will happen to us if we lose a mate (and if we both lose a mate), what's going to be our task. Something we have kind of vowed to each other is maybe co-habitating instead of remarrying…I love that…we love our husbands alot–it's like our one big love. And I also feel like it is kind of a funny thing getting older. We never really got a chance to be roommates and friends in our 20's…wow, what a great honor to our friendship that you would want to be together and go through that stage of life (together)…You think of these things more often–what would I do if?”
Dee Dee and Laura
Written by Rebecca
Inspired by Dee Dee + Laura’s conversation in Episode 4 of Season 2 of the INTERWOVXN Podcast
Dee Dee and Laura's discussion while vacationing together in Croatia was such a testament to the power of friendship and the many facets of a chosen sisterhood. Amidst health challenges and loss there is so much love, passion, and adventure that these two so beautifully weave into their lives and relationship. And we love their modern-day Golden Girls pact!
Their conversation touched on so many layers of life and long-term relationships–the ways in which we show up for, comfort, and celebrate with those closest to us (and our greater community). And that sometimes , although difficult, our people go through things that they have to walk alone . From supporting (or giving tough love) to a loved one with addiction to questions about genetic testing or what to expect when getting your first colonoscopy to fighting for reproductive rights for all women, their chat inspired us to dig deeper and live fuller.
Our first question after their conversation was… What did you learn to cook in Croatia?
Croatian Boar Casserole served with Gnocchi
https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/croatian-boar-casserole-1237575
Support Groups for Families and Loved Ones of Addicts
Having a loved one living with addiction can be difficult. Here are some of the support groups that are available for the friends and family members of people with substance use disorders.
https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/family-friend-portal/support-groups-for-families/
Curious about Genetic Testing and Whether it Makes Sense for You?
Check out this article from Harvard Health: Tempted to have genetic testing? First ask why.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/tempted-to-have-genetic-testing-first-ask-why-202108172571
What to Expect During Your First Colonoscopy + Questions Women Should Ask
According to the American Cancer Society, adults with an average colorectal cancer risk should start screening at age 45.
https://www.air-dr.com/media/health/is-it-true-that-colonoscopies-are-more-complicated-for-women
Want to Support or Learn more about Maroon Calabash?
Maroon Calabash is a Black led nonprofit organization that provides a space for Black birth-workers in Milwaukee County to practice liberatory Reproductive Justice at the intersection of cultural traditions and modern medicine.
https://www.marooncalabash.com/
My Friends And I Are Going To Live In A 'Golden Girls'-Style Situation After We Retire
"Why couldn’t we use Blanche, Rose, Dorothy and Sophia as a model to plot our own post-midlife sorority setup?"
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/golden-girls-aging-friendship-after-retired_n_60b67ccbe4b04ddf13f3757e