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Remember–Because Forgetting Is Easy
They came from all over the world. Women needing space and grace to process life. A time to breathe. Being one of the volunteers coming alongside to encourage and pamper them was a wonderful opportunity for me to give back. Living in America, it’s easy to overlook the ease with which I fit into my…
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Don’t I Deserve Something That Nice?
There’s something incredibly wonderful about the Mediterranean Sea. The beauty of the salt water gently lapping against the sandy shoreline. The way the sun glints off the slow-moving waves. The calm of a non-American beach where time has slowed and people smile and wish you a good morning. The place I get to be…
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When A Celebration Isn’t A Party
When I think of celebrations, I imagine happy chatter, friendly smiles, light-hearted decorations, and great food. A time to gather to honor somebody, something or some day. A party. Not every celebration promotes a party atmosphere. There are times when what or who is honored doesn’t feel comfortable. The impact made by a life warrants…
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Did You Hear The One About The Tiger, The Lobster, And The Chick?
Halloween is not my favorite holiday. I’ve got my reasons. Some logical. Others more personal opinion. However, the grands love it. Four-year-old Ryken has been talking about it for weeks. He’s many costumes to choose from. What really had me laughing was three of the under-a-year grandsons whose moms found costumes that made them look…