mental-health
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Surviving a Long Day
There are days that feel like they should count as three days rolled into one. This sounds like one of them! Well, I’m alone. Allow me to explain. Ken went to Charleston for his grandson’s high school graduation, and I… Continue reading
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What Have I Gotten Myself Into?
I think I’ve gone out of my mind. I’m not really a “joiner” anymore. Committing to things just isn’t my jam these days. Honestly, most of the time I’m perfectly content staying home, minding my own business, and being left… Continue reading
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Home Alone
It’s close to 9:00am and Ken just left the house. Yay! I love him, but… Yay! This is his first time heading off to the Elks Lodge Veterans Donuts and Coffee get-together. It happens on the fourth Monday of the… Continue reading
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Finding Joy in Coloring: A Creative Escape
In our world today, there are plenty of things that could stress me out. I won’t even go there—mainly because this space, my little corner of the internet, is not about politics or heavy debates. It’s about finding joy, peace,… Continue reading
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🌵 Boredom, Beer, and a Brisket Quesadilla
These past two days have been… well… unbearably boring. You know the kind of days I’m talking about. Nothing on the calendar. Nothing calling your name. Just you, the house, and a whole lot of meh. Ken? Oh, he doesn’t… Continue reading
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Who Makes You Smile?
Have you ever really thought about your smile? I don’t just mean flashing those polished white teeth for the world to see—but the why behind it. When do you smile? And more importantly…who makes you smile? They say smiling boosts… Continue reading
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Building a Forgiving Heart: A Personal Journey
You know, I almost didn’t write this story. There wasn’t a thought in my mind about forgiving, and I wrestled with that for a very long time. When we hear the word forgiveness, most people picture stained glass windows, folded… Continue reading
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The Beauty of Small Adventures
Not every adventure requires a suitcase, a plane ticket, or a far-off destination. Some of the best memories are made close to home—on ordinary days that turn out to be anything but ordinary. Lately, I’ve been learning to notice the… Continue reading
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The Day Everything Changed
There are moments that split your life into two parts—before and after. For me, one of those moments was the day Dale, my 2nd husband, passed away, 16 years ago. It’s strange how the world keeps spinning when yours comes… Continue reading
Reflections & Ramblings 