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Posted on September 7, 2025September 10, 2025

Walk mE homE

A nostalgic journey of trust, comfort, and love amid uncertainty and new experiences.

Posted on June 30, 2025September 15, 2025

Winners and Losers ~Part 4~

Part 4 of Winners and Losers features a poem celebrating both winners and losers, emphasizing courage, lessons learned, and the emotional journey that defines true victory. Stay tuned for Part 5.

Posted on April 28, 2025May 1, 2025

Embracing Life’s Messy Journey

In the workshop of life, I’m a peculiar sight,   With tools all around me, and a few things not right.   Some days I’m a masterpiece, shining and new,   Then I trip on my laces—oops, what can I do? My patience is cooking, but it’s still half-baked,   I ask for some peace, but then I’m wide …

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Posted on February 11, 2025February 14, 2025

Eat the cake WITHOUT REGRET

Fit friends can be the worst. They want to split a donut among the three of you. They order off the low-calorie side of the menu and give you the side eye if you venture off. Well, guess what, people? I'm venturing off! If you want the donut, EAT IT If you wish to eat …

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Posted on December 13, 2024December 16, 2024

Look After Yourself ~Don’t Forget About YOU~

Women to Women! Parent to Parent! Amidst the holiday rush, it's vital to prioritize your well-being. We, as parents, strive to create a magical holiday for our kids and loved ones. However, in this pursuit, we often need to remember to take care of ourselves. It's so easy to get caught up in the holiday …

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Posted on September 9, 2024September 11, 2024

What Happens When We Die?

The day that I found out I was having my first child, I thought about death! Dying terrifies me, and the thought of leaving my kids behind when they need me the most keeps me up at night. I know we all have an expiration date, but I wish there were something I could do …

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Posted on August 13, 2024August 15, 2024

Nights Like This

I vividly remember nights like this when the moon hung low in the sky, casting a soft, silver glow over everything it touched.  The air is warm and feels good on my skin, and the world seems to hold its breath in anticipation of something magical, a secret waiting to be revealed.  On nights like …

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Posted on July 21, 2024July 23, 2024

One line is all I GOT

You are who you are; never apologize for that! I"m a huge believer in finding comfort in the skin you're in. We are all exactly who we are supposed to be (well unless you are harming people). If you have yet to experience people questioning why you are the way you are, you will. They …

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Posted on July 14, 2024

How to measure success (How Tall Are You)

She is successful because...... She always stands tall She is there during both the good and bad times She offers a listening ear and shoulder to lean on She is trustworthy, loyal, and willing to invest time  She brings positivity, laughter, and a sense of companionship She always stands tall She is someone who effectively …

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Posted on July 11, 2024July 12, 2024

It Sounded Nicer In My Head

In my head, I rehearsed a polite and firm request for them to be quiet, imagining it coming across as assertive but respectful.

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