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When Little Ms. Sunshine Goes Behind a Cloud
As I woke, the rays of the sun came across the blue sky with such beauty and just the slightest touch of color mixing with some high clouds giving a soft gray—what a beautiful sunrise. I could tell a storm was coming. The Calm Before the Storm I went on with my day. Most of…
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Navigating Mental Health in the Digital Age
October is Mental Health Awareness Month October is Mental Health Awareness Month, a crucial time to shine a light on mental health issues that affect millions of people worldwide. Whether you’re a mental health advocate, someone struggling with mental health, or a family member of someone who is, understanding the current landscape is essential. The…
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The Power of Words: Why “You is Kind, You is Smart, You is Important” Resonates with Us All
A Movie Night That Changed My Perspective Last Friday, I found myself in the mood for a heartfelt movie. Not necessarily a romantic one, but something that would leave me deep in thought or reaching for a box of Kleenex. Browsing through the TV guide, my eyes lit up when I saw that “The Help”…
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Savoring Simple Joys in Life with My Fluffy Bathrobe
Introduction Isn’t it amazing how life’s simplest pleasures can bring the most profound joy? For me, that joy comes from my beloved fluffy bathrobe. This cherished item, often relegated to the back of my closet during summer, has a way of making even the shortest moments feel luxurious. Today, I want to share with you…
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Embracing the Essence of Aging
Today, it seems like a large number of our society frown on celebrating their own birthdays. Why is it that birthdays are taboo topics we can’t talk about or be honest about? Just the thought of a birthday approaching can bring a whirlwind of anxiety, yet we love to celebrate and throw huge parties for…
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When Body Snatchers Take Over Our Lives
In the hustle and bustle of life, it’s easy to find yourself feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and even angry. For many women, particularly those going through significant life changes like menopause or like me and a total hysterectomy, these emotions can feel all-consuming. Picture yourself feeling like an alien has taken over your body, much like…
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Turning Tears into Triumphs: The Power of Emotional French Drains
Gardening is one of my greatest passions. There’s something truly magical about working in the soil, feeling the earth between my fingers, and watching life bloom from the ground up. Yes, it’s hard work, but being outside, even pulling weeds, is one of my happy places. Many years ago, I worked for my in-laws in…
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When you don’t want to get up
Mornings are my favorite time of the day, it’s where I thrive but having pots has made me question this thought only because it’s the mornings that remined me the most that I have pots. Sure, my mind is awake and ready to seize the day, but my body just isn’t there anymore. It’s a…
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Singing Over Me
Some of my favorite memories of being a new mom are those quiet, still moments in the middle of the night or at dawn. The house would be hushed, the world asleep, and it was just me and my baby, cocooned in a bubble of tranquility. We’d share a connection that words can’t quite capture—a…