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Welcome to Walking the Mosaic: A Collective of Human Lives, where writer and teacher Sher Stultz presents a collection of life experiences from everyday people. The stories of what it's like to be them, the moments they occupied, and how they chose to live them make up the mosaic of our collective experiences as human beings. Sher treats these stories as the raw stuff of our existence. To preserve the fidelity of what’s been shared in this podcast series, the recordings are unscripted and lightly edited. No effort is made to develop a predetermined outcome for dramatic effect or support any particular agenda or ideology. Her reactions to each story are comprised of a couple minutes of commentary, but keep in mind they are her own perceptions which have been molded and shaped by her own walk. Want to learn more or share your story, visit the homepage at: www.walkingthemosaic.com
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Episode 10 Anna
Anna, age 66 chats with Sher in the shade on a warm afternoon. Anna recalls her eclectic life of unusual career choices and the wisdom she’s collected from relationships all while keeping a sense of humor and reverence about her experience as a human being.
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Episode 9 Julie
Julie, age 49 talks with Sher on a relaxing morning about her unusual upbringing and circuitous route to becoming an archeologist. Julie explains how her life has been shaped by plans never working out and describes her challenge to be heard as a professional woman in science.
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Episode 8 Jan
Jan, age 68 meets with Sher outside on a breezy afternoon to talk about how unforeseen events shaped her outlook on life. Jan shares her transformation from a mother of four to the surprising career she’s had as a wildland fire dispatcher.
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Episode 7 John
John, age 71, and his rescued red heeler, Rusty take a journey with Sher through John’s life of adventure and opportunity. John explains how his fascination with American culture led him to emigrate from his native England and how small changes have sometimes had the biggest impact on the life he’s lived.
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Episode 6 Carol
Sher joins Carol, age 72 for a walk along the beach to discuss how an early trauma shaped her life. Carol reflects on her journey, including the sometimes problematic relationships with her parents and siblings, her struggle to achieve peace of mind from a young age, and the wild and mischievous antics of her childhood.
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Episode 5 Jo
Sher and Jo, age 51 take a walk around a lake on a cold day in February to talk about how Jo’s life has been transforming. Jo reveals painful memories from childhood and shares the struggles of being a transgendered person trying to transition to her identifying gender.