Category: Song of the Week
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New Beginnings
This week I have felt every emotion possible as a result of finalizing my divorce. It has been a hard week, but by last night I felt more like myself. I was relaxed and at peace, gathered together with a small group of friends. The friend hosting last night presented me with a cake. There…
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Hijacking Dates One Social Living Deal at a Time
“I am okay with you being our social director, but can I plan some dates too?” “But, we’re backed up on Living Social deals!” In this brief exchange, I learned two things: 1) I am dating a great guy, who has awesome taste when it comes to planning dates. And he needs to have more…
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How Great a Test Can a New Relationship Stand?
At some point in a new relationship something happens to challenge the foundation the couple is just starting to build. A few months into a relationship, it is easy to walk away if values, feelings, or interests are not aligned. It can be a slow-building realization or a specific event. Regardless, there is a moment…
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A Wishing Flower
My blog title is based upon something my daughter said at the age of three. I also write often about how much I love children. Simply stated, children bring joy to my life and I learn a tremendous amount about myself and life by seeing the world through their eyes. As a result, it is…
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Gone, But Not Forgotten
A week ago today my grandmother died. Gram lived over 90 years. She buried 11 siblings, two husbands, a son, and a grandson. Gram was a strong, remarkable woman who had difficulties in life. Loss of loved ones being the greatest challenge for her. Over 60 years ago my grandmother, a mother to a young…
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Posts with Personal Significance and Sharing a Soulful Singer
Monday is a big day for me; it’s the one year anniversary of my first post. So, instead of focusing on writing a long piece today, I have spent time writing for Monday. There has been a lot of reflection as part of the preparation for writing the post. It has sparked a lot of thoughts…