~ THE TRUTH OF WHO WE ARE* ~
By Joanie Marx As actors, we are taught to own the scene, but we are also taught to surrender the need to control the scene. Truthful acting is setting yourself up to be out of control, to be provoked, and…
~ ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD* ~
By Joanie Marx In our youth we didn’t accept the ideas of aging. Remaining forever young underscored our belief we could not be denied what was ours to have. Even in setbacks we found new ways of persevering. This was…
~ OUR PHILOSOPHIES* ~
By Joanie Marx All of us have a philosophy that directs our life’s decisions. Most people rarely take the time to see that their philosophies, and thus, their thoughts, are at distinct odds with one another. Our psyche is a…
~ THE BIGGEST DECISION* ~
By Joanie Marx The doctors are pressing me for an immediate response on whether my mother lives or dies. My answer requires me to fill out a set of forms and check the appropriate boxes. Each second that is passing feels…