Susan Smocer PlattThe DNC One more TimeEvery 4 years since 1980, my husband Ron and I participated in every Democratic National Convention. I was not planning to go this year —…Aug 13Aug 13
Susan Smocer PlattYear #2 - Honors and Burdens take new shape.June 12 has been creeping up on me. Before it really became a conscious thought, it was lurking in the back of my brain. The second…Jun 10Jun 10
Susan Smocer PlattMy Ever-Changing Life on the Brag WallPeople in politics often have what is called a “brag” wall in their office, and Ron and I were no different. Photos of us shaking hands or…Mar 23Mar 23
Susan Smocer PlattMy New Season of GivingI love giving gifts. I am one of those people who would think about just the right gifts for family and friends throughout the year…Dec 21, 2023Dec 21, 2023
Susan Smocer PlattAn Unwanted Guest with the TurkeyRon and I were married in early November 1979, just in time to celebrate our first Thanksgiving. We were living in Miami where Ron was an…Nov 21, 20231Nov 21, 20231
Susan Smocer PlattOne Witch’s Wrath?As Halloween arrives, my mind goes back to a recent visit to Maine with girlfriends for hiking, lobster, and laughs. What is it about Fall…Oct 31, 2023Oct 31, 2023
Susan Smocer PlattPassion, Politics and Purpose #8–100 Days of my Campaign to Find Purpose AgainOn the first anniversary of when I lost my husband of 43 years, Ron, I decided to begin my own “emotional campaign” to reclaim a life I…Oct 2, 2023Oct 2, 2023
Susan Smocer PlattBoots on the FenceRon had enough cowboy boots to wear a different pair for every day of the week. They were alligator skins, ostrich skins, lizard skins and…Sep 25, 2023Sep 25, 2023
Susan Smocer PlattDo Scary Things That Don’t Kill You — PLATT-i-TUDE meets TrumpPassion, Politics and Purpose #6Aug 28, 2023Aug 28, 2023
Susan Smocer PlattSurrounded by Snakes — Which one will bite first?Passion, Politics and Purpose #5Aug 21, 2023Aug 21, 2023