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A Great Christmas Gift
We have survived most of the “firsts” of the first year of my dad’s passing. This was the first Christmas without him. It was definitely noticeable. And different. And a little empty. But, we survived and made the best of it. We are grateful Mom is still here and doing her best to figure out…
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Modern medicine is amazing, but no zippers
My husband had a nerve stimulator placed in his back about six years ago. The battery in the stimulator he chose is not rechargeable, so the battery died. Today, he had surgery to replace the battery pack over the back side of his hip. The hope was that the doctor could just disconnect the battery…
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Personal Struggles
What positive events have taken place in your life over the past year? It is not easy to find much positive in my life this past year. My dad died in January. He was the glue that held our family together. In March, my husband had his 8th knee surgery and spent two months in…
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November Craziness
I love November! Halloween, probably my least favorite holiday, is over. It is a beautiful time of year with the lovely colors of the changed leaves against the background of an often bubblegum pink and blue sky as the sun sets in the west. It is a wonderful time of year to reflect on all…
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Back in 1990
Name the most expensive personal item you’ve ever purchased (not your home or car). Our first desktop home computer that my husband built was the first most expensive item we ever purchased together. I was so impressed by his ability to “build” a computer. And I was equally impressed by the cost. *GULP* Over $5000…
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A few thoughts about the election and President-elect Trump
I voted. If you live in America and are voting age, you probably voted. The majority spoke. I read a blog that said President Trump has an approval rating below 50%. As of what date? Said whom? Is it possible to win the popular vote and the electoral vote but have an approval rating below…
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Firsts, Fumbles, and Faith
This blogger’s thoughts hits home for me and gives me hope, as I, too, have a chronic illness. I look forward with great anticipation to the quality people President Trump will pull together for his cabinet while serving his second and final term. I have some observations on the election. It’s neither celebratory nor mournful,…
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Time is of the Essence
Do you need time? Yes! In fact, I was late to work this morning because I was not going to miss my opportunity to vote! I was the fourth person in line to vote at my precinct’s assigned voting location. It was a very chilly morning! Coats were appropriate attire It felt so good to…
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Divider or Uniter?
I have read recently from a couple of the many blogs that I follow, some of the “divisive” quotes by former President Trump over the years. I could not help but remember there have been “unifying” quotes by him, as well. So, I searched. Here are 10 political unifying quotes attributed to Donald Trump over…
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The Funeral
My thoughts as the funeral is taking place today: A snapshot of life….we all in this chapel share this moment in time at the funeral of my coworker’s teenage son. As we listen to the heartfelt tributes and memories, through tears and moments of laughter, together as friends, family, and even complete strangers, it is…
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Happy Halloween!
Only one problem! We can’t get our front door to open. Tonight, Halloween Night, of all nights. That’s OK. I brought my bucket of candy outside so I can meet the goals and goblins outside. While my husband works furiously to get the door unstuck! It is a chilly 39 degrees. Hope the kiddos are…
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Blessed!
Describe a family member. This beautiful Sunday morning, as I look out the back door at this corner of our yard, my thoughts are drawn to the beauty of change, the clouds in the sky, the mostly empty flower pots, and the raised garden box, which contains one last 2-inch long zucchini that I was…
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My husband and I raised three daughters together, and when I look back, it’s hard not to feel a deep sense of nostalgia, not just for their growing-up years, but for my own childhood, courtship, and the early days of our marriage. Those memories hold a little bit of everything, laughter, heartache, and a whole lot of love woven through it all.
I’ve found such joy in journaling, writing, and blogging about the things that matter most to me like God, family, life experiences, thoughts and opinions, memories, feelings, traditions, hobbies, and family history. There’s something important about putting these moments into words, about capturing them in a way that can be revisited and shared.
Through my stories, traditions, and reflections, I hope to connect with others who value these same simple, meaningful parts of life, and who might be willing to share a bit of their own stories, too.
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