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Why It’s Good To Be Irresponsible

Posted on April 18, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo source:http://www.cafepress.com/jackthelads/6755005 I’m just going to say it, and believe me; it’s hard to admit: I’m such a Martha. And this is not a good thing. The Martha I’m referring to is the one in the Bible. You know, the … Continue reading →

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Choosing to Live Your Best Life

Posted on April 9, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo source: http://bestcookingoilswallpaper.blogspot.com/2012/08/lasagna-pan_31.html It was Sunday and we were having lasagna, food a friend cooked for us, something others often do when you lose a loved one. It was then that I did it. I reached into my pantry and … Continue reading →

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The Best Way to Go

Posted on March 12, 2014 by thewritertracy

It was an impulsive move.  But somehow at the time, it felt right.  Later though, I experienced a smidgen of regret.  photo source: http://www.qcveterans.com/Veterans_Funeral_Plan.html We were sitting in our lawyer’s office, my husband and I, going over our will.  All … Continue reading →

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Tom Petty, Dominoes & Lessons I’m Learning

Posted on March 5, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo source: http://www.insidesocal.com/tomhoffarth/2013/04/30/books-were-just-going-to-have-to-wait-for/ I think Tom Petty nailed it.  Because truly, when the stakes are high, when our hearts are invested, when we want to know what the future holds oh so badly, the waiting is the hardest part. The … Continue reading →

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The 4 Keys to Finding Patience

Posted on February 19, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo courtesy of: http://iheart7.com/2011/11/giving-children-their-privacy-nablopomo/ WE were at a stand off.  I wanted her to do it, and she was refusing.  Resolution was nowhere in sight.  So I gave up, because this week of all weeks is not the week to … Continue reading →

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Why We Need Friends, God & Wine

Posted on February 13, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo courtesy of: http://shaswa.wordpress.com/2011/04/09/help-yourself-by-helping-others/ “What can I do to help?” It was a simple question, but one for which I didn’t have an answer.  The fact that my friend asked in the first place; this was enough.  Her gesture, her … Continue reading →

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10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Middle School

Posted on February 5, 2014 by thewritertracy

photo source: http://www.therightsideofnormal.com/2013/01/08/the-middle-school-teen-brain-shift/ “Is there anything good about middle school?” Her question made me laugh.  I had to think quickly. “Of course!” I answered, “You’ll meet new friends, have more freedom, and you’re not stuck with the same teacher all … Continue reading →

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How to Be Stronger than a Superhero

Posted on January 22, 2014 by thewritertracy

image courtesy of  http://www.emudesc.com I think it was the way he said it, or maybe it was the way it aligned with all that has been on my mind lately. But for whatever reason, the words of my pastor struck … Continue reading →

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Here’s What I’m Thinking…

Posted on January 8, 2014 by thewritertracy

  photo courtesy of therapytoronto.ca What ‘cha thinking about? It’s a classic question I used to ask my husband.  And when I asked, in return, I often got a blank look to go with his very long pause.  And then, … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons I’m Not Making New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 31, 2013 by thewritertracy

It’s that time of year.  Time to look back and reflect, time to look forward and plan. I wasn’t going to do it.  Wasn’t going to participate, wasn’t going to make resolutions for the coming year.  I’ve got my head … Continue reading →

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