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About thewritertracy

Writer, Mom, Lover of books, travel, family, friends and fun.

How to Live in the Present: Put Your Smartphone Down

Posted on April 9, 2015 by thewritertracy

“You said you’d wake me up!” I startled, then looked at the clock, the red numbers of 6:17 (am of course), glared back at me. “I know, I know,” I said to my daughter, “but later I read that the … Continue reading →

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To Forgive, or Not: That is the Question

Posted on March 14, 2015 by thewritertracy

If you know anything about Jesus, you know he tells us to forgive.  In fact the words forgive, forgiven and forgiveness appear in the bible 134 times.  His message is plain as day.  But I’m having trouble.   I’m struggling to … Continue reading →

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Undone; Worth the Read

Posted on February 18, 2015 by thewritertracy

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy; my heart shouted yes before I’d even finished reading the blog post. Yes, sign me up to be on the launch team for the book: Undone, A Story of Making Peace with an Unexpected … Continue reading →

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Romance: It’s in the Eye of the Beholder

Posted on February 10, 2015 by thewritertracy

“4 out of 9?” said my husband, “And you posted my score on Facebook?” I giggled sheepishly, “yes, but I also said you were a good husband…” Okay, perhaps I hadn’t thought through my comment. I’d taken one of those … Continue reading →

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21 Things Learned in 21 Years of Motherhood

Posted on January 27, 2015 by thewritertracy

photo courtesy of: http://blog.debutantemedia.com/social-media-safety-tips-for-parents/ 22 years ago, the doctor looked me in the eye and said, “Are we happy about this?” I could feel the heat rise to my cheeks, “Oh yes!” I answered, “It’s just a lot to take … Continue reading →

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Learning As I Lose

Posted on January 7, 2015 by thewritertracy

  I was a little apprehensive walking in. After all, no one knew I was coming. I’d tried to call but the phone number, like the website, was outdated. Perhaps, I thought, there wouldn’t even be a meeting today. Perhaps … Continue reading →

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Rap Music, the Baby Jesus and Christmas Traditions

Posted on December 23, 2014 by thewritertracy

  photo courtesy of http://www.christmasquoteswallpaper.com “OH-and tell her to bring her sugar cookies and the cheese ball!” My youngest daughter chimed in with her sister, “And what about the Jell-O salad? We have to have the strawberry Jell-O salad!” I … Continue reading →

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Hot Chocolate in the Rain: A Life-Changing Event

Posted on December 6, 2014 by thewritertracy

Hot Chocolate in the Rain: A Life-Changing Event.

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Hot Chocolate in the Rain: A Life-Changing Event

Posted on December 5, 2014 by thewritertracy

It was raining and we were laughing as we began our trek to the car. I was holding my coat up high over my head with one hand while the other held a cup of hot chocolate. When the light … Continue reading →

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Grateful or Grinchful

Posted on November 25, 2014 by thewritertracy

One, two, three, GO. It’s how I feel about the holiday season. One day I’m noticing the leaves are just beginning to change colors, and the next I’m like, ‘Holy Smokes! I need to get moving!” It’s time to buy … Continue reading →

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