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Learning As I Lose
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 I’d tried to call but the phone number, like the website, was outdated.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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Tagged aging, fitness, friendship, goals, health, life lessons, weight
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Rap Music, the Baby Jesus and Christmas Traditions
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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Tagged christmas, christmas trees, faith, family, family humor, family life, fun, holidays, lights, traditions
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Hot Chocolate in the Rain: A Life-Changing Event
Hot Chocolate in the Rain: A Life-Changing Event.
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Hot Chocolate in the Rain: A Life-Changing Event
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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Tagged coping, family, hope, life, life lessons, rain, stress, trials
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Grateful or Grinchful
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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Tagged attitude, blessed, family, holidays, joy, life lessons, peace, stress, Thanksgiving
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Finding My Silver Lining
I did not expect to lose it in the shower. I was fine before I got in. But as my hands gently scrubbed my scalp and my mind began to wander, I considered all the tasks I needed to get … Continue reading
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Tagged change, faith, family, god, grief, inspiration, life lessons, love, trials
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Top 10 Ways Halloween has Changed Since I was A Kid
1-When I was a kid, I used a pillowcase for my candy haul; everyone used a pillowcase. Now my kids have Halloween-themed trick or treat bags. They are in no way as strong as the generic pillowcase, and they are … Continue reading
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Learning to Spread Our Wings
“Remember to ask your teacher about your project when you get to school,” I said. “Why can’t you just email her?” she asked. I could have, and the truth was, it would have been easier. “Because you need to … Continue reading
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Tagged children, faith, family, god, kids, life lessons, parenting, risk
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5 Things To Remember When Facing a Challenge
“What if I come in last?” It was a valid question. I needed to answer carefully. “Well,” I began, “what if you don’t?” I could see the shift in her eyes, the change her in stance, as she considered … Continue reading
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Tagged challenges, family life, inspiration, lessons learned, runners, running, trials
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Tracy Line 