Are You a Good Neighbor?
We live in a society that fosters independence and fear of becoming involved. We’ve all seen on the news where sometimes a good Samaritan finds themselves blamed for their involvement. So we shy away from
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The Value of Resilience
How often during your struggles with medical mayhem have you wanted to just give up? How often did you say the words “I’m done! I can’t do it anymore!” And when we do manage to
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Navigating Emotional Memories
I am a storyteller and while I love to regale those I meet with my stories I also enjoy revisiting them as well. Hopefully those that hear them enjoy them as much as I do.
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Happy Chanukah
Chanukah has a special significance this year as Israel is in a fight for their lives. In the second century BCE, the Holy Land was ruled by Syrian-Greeks, who tried to force the people of
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Hurting During the Holidays
I recently attended a funeral for a young woman whose life was cut short leaving a grieving husband and two children and a plethora of family and friends dreading the thought of facing the holidays
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My “Go To” Chicken Recipe
Bruschetta Chicken from Allrecipes The days have begun to steamroll with Thanksgiving behind us and Hanukkah and Christmas soon on its way. Between the shopping and decorating while still maintaining all our everyday endeavors; cooking
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This Thanksgiving
As I prepare for Thanksgiving this year, it is with a heavy heart that I think of the pain, suffering, and destruction that is taking place in the middle east. As my table runneth over
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When They Tell You To Give Up
There are time when a writer finds that their words are inadequate to express a story when someone can share a message stronger than the words on a page. Such is this message. Please take
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Transformation Self-Care
If you have ever been a caregiver or currently are a caregiver you have heard the words “You need to take care of yourself”. But actually caring for yourself while caring for those in medical
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You Were Never Meant To Be Alone
There is a story about a man who falls in a hole and calls out to multiple people up above for help. Several people simply pass on by. One passersby briefly offers some unhelpful solutions
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Happy Halloween!
Skeleton Veggie Tray This easy skeleton veggie tray is a healthy Halloween snack that’s perfect for the spooky season. With plenty of crunchy veg and a creamy sauce for dipping. Serves: 4 people for snacks
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