It’s Not Like I Thought It Would Be
It’s not like I thought it would be. This is not how I envisioned getting older. I thought I would have more time to do things like traveling across America in an RV, learning how
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“Hi, I’m So Proud to Be Here!”
As I age I have noticed that some of my outfits are fast becoming like Minnie Pearl’s from the television show Hee Haw. I have on a blousy blouse with a peasant skirt and sneakers.
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Are you a Weeble too?
Thad and I wobble when we walk. And I have affectionately and with humor called us “Mr. & Mrs. Weebles”. Remember the Weebles? They are a range of children’s roly-poly toys which were introduced in
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Is it Time to Turn Over the Keys to the Car?
I can remember the exhilaration of getting that first driver’s license. It was a passage to freedom and felt like proof that I was an adult. Music blaring, windows down, hair blowing through my hair,
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How to Create a Balanced Morning Routine for Better Health and Well-Being
Today’s blog post comes from a guest blogger, Justin Bennett, author and the creator of Healthyfit.info, which collects valuable fitness resources from across the web. The advice and links are valuable for our busy lives
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Like a Rooster
There is a ceramic rooster than sits on my patio with its wings spread and its head held high. Roosters are known for their strength, power and protection. This rooster’s colors are those of a
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A Challenging Gift
You have to wonder why people give you certain gifts. Is there a message in the gift? What exactly are they trying to tell you? Perhaps its more devious than that – like a challenge
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In Celebration of My Birthday
I turn 71 yesterday. I didn’t think I would make it to this age. But here I am. One of my favorite sayings is from Mark Twain: “Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been”.
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The Storm Will Pass!
Psalm 91:4 He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. Therefore there is absolutely nothing to fear about tomorrow, for God
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We’ve Come A Long Way But Arm Yourself Anyway
I hate needles! One would think that after having had breast cancer, coronary artery disease, two hip replacements, and a hysterectomy I would be cured from this fear of needles. When I went to my
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Sound the Alarm-I’m Getting on the Scale!
A few months ago a friend had given me an emergency button which was like a key chain and I could put in or on my purse. If anyone where to accost me, I can
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The Choice is Yours
Dr Seuss is quoted as saying “When something bad happens, you have three choices: You can either let it define you, let it destroy you, Or you can let it strengthen you. Easier said than
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