About
"Life's richness comes through the journey."
– Laurie Whetstone
Glad you dropped in…
…and a warm welcome to you my Friend.
My passion project, The Musings of LW is your place to visit when you wanna have a few laughs or need a break from the grind…or when you wanna learn something new about yourself and life…or when you wanna dream of adventures to faraway lands…
Learn why I created The Musings of LW for you and how this site gives back here on my ABOUT page.
Read stories about my life, how I’ve stumbled, gotten back up, dusted myself off and threw myself back into it, which others have found funny, exciting and even sometimes interesting in my personal BLOGS.
Find simple ways to be your best self in my growing collection of EBOOKS I’ve written for you, beginning with my signature eBook, 5 Easy Ways To Be A Healthy Badass.
Explore, Shop, Give Back...
Explore my curated library of BOOKS I’ve read, loved and personally reviewed for you, when you’re searching for better ways to live this long, strange trip we call life.
Explore my GALLERY of snapshots from my fantastic voyages, when need inspiration for your next adventure or something to daydream about.
Walk your talk by giving back – to help my woman veteran owned small business AND support my annual cause – get cool one-of-a-kind gifts in my SHOP.
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Friends call me LDub…
…slang for my initials LW. Inspired by my life’s journey, my commitment to personal growth and a lifetime of uncommon experiences has given me a lot to share, in hopes it will help you on your path.
I grew up as a kid on welfare. At 18 I served in the US Army overseas. At 25 I worked on Wall Street. At 35 I married and had kids. At 45 I did obstacle races. At 50 I bushwhacked through foreign jungles. At 55 I was on my next act, to give back through my ventures, which evolved into the most transformational time in my life.
Now an author, business consultant, holistic health coach and yoga instructor, retired Wall Street executive and US Army veteran, I’m beginning my first novel, so stay tuned.
Giving back...
…is a big part of this chapter in my life, so I give a percentage of the site’s profits to charity. For 2025, I am giving to Know A Vet, a non-profit dedicated to to helping veterans and their families take the actions they need to get to their best life after military service, through community outreach, resources on their website and newsletter and their volunteer personal champions.
Do you have a non-profit you’d like me to consider for next year? Drop me a line – I’d love to hear from you!
I am excited and honored you’re here. Embrace the moments and remember to laugh, think and dream.
Much love,