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Broken Hearts and Christmas

Posted on December 11, 2012 by

“Somewhere there’s someone who dreams of your smile, and finds in your presence that life is worth while. So when you are lonely, remember it’s true: Somebody, somewhere, is thinking of you.” – Unknown Christmas is the season of hope … Continue reading →

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The Grief Club

Posted on October 3, 2012 by

“I am going to need you to help me through this,” was the message my sister-in-law sent to me in a text. We’ve been through a lot together - she’s been in our family over 30 years. We’ve had some great times, … Continue reading →

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Birthday parties and funerals

Posted on July 28, 2012 by

“Presents don’t really mean much to me. I don’t want to sound mawkish, but – it was the realization that I have a great many people in my life who really love me, and who I really love.” – Gabriel Byrne … Continue reading →

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The anger phase? Yeah, felt it

Posted on June 21, 2012 by

“Grief is the price we pay for love.” – Queen Elizabeth II The florist did exactly as instructed: Use flowers with patriotic colors, make them look “masculine,” and for Heaven’s sake, please don’t arrange them to look like they are … Continue reading →

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This one’s for you, Dad

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens… Ecclesiastes 3:1 My favorite time of year is upon us. School is starting to wind down, the weather has been spectacular, and the strawberries are beginning … Continue reading →

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Versatile blogger award? Me?

Posted on May 18, 2012 by

“I love that this blogger writes about a variety of things from a variety of emotions.  One moment you will feel empathy with her, the next you will be laughing at her adventures and her look at life.” I was … Continue reading →

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On being gentle and kind

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

“Life is fragile…handle with prayer.” – Harold B. Lee I believe I was about 13 years-old when my mother made an embroidery sampler using the above quote. It hung in a frame and I must’ve looked at that piece a … Continue reading →

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A quick note to say thanks…

Posted on April 28, 2012 by

  Gratitude is the music of the heart, when its chords are swept by the breeze of kindness.  ~Author Unknown Just taking a quick moment to thank you all so very much for your support. As many of you know, I … Continue reading →

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Playing in the sandbox

Posted on April 26, 2012 by

My oldest son has been out of the house for almost five years, leaving home for basic training. Not too long after that, he got married, bought a house, and eventually faced a deployment. He also got to experience other … Continue reading →

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Wrapped in a prayer

Posted on April 18, 2012 by

“Pray, and let God worry.”  – Martin Luther I absolutely love to knit, and though I’m still a beginner, it is something I really enjoy. I honestly don’t remember where I initially learned. Memory says my great-aunt taught me, but … Continue reading →

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