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I Often Wonder (teen abortion)

This is the first in a new series entitled “I Often Wonder.” I will be exploring topics I find myself thinking about, and sharing…

Family

I Get It, Mom, I Finally Get It! -Grief Journey Continues

I lost my Mom nine years ago. I am still wading through the grief of her loss. After my dad passed away in 2021,…

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When You Lose Someone Everyone Hated, Grief Is More Difficult

When you lose someone who wasn’t well liked, it makes your grief journey so much more difficult. Let me try to explain. My dad…

Family

Grief, Guilt, and Loss-The Saga Continues

I’ve been kinda quiet, but I’m still here! Lots going on over here, family and life … you know how it is. Since my…

Health• Lifestyle

There’s Nothing Funny About The Titanic Submarine Tragedy

Five people are missing, and quite possibly deceased, so why all the jokes? There’s nothing funny about the Titanic Submarine tragedy. As I scan…

Family• Health• Uncategorized

The Reason For My Grief After Father’s Day

I am writing this as a therapeutic tool, for myself. If it also helps someone else, that would be amazing. The past few days…

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Why is Russell Simmons Trending?!

Seeing everything going down with Russell Simmons, Kimora Lee (and their daughters) right now is so sad… and triggering. Anyone who has ever been…

Lifestyle

I’m Back! Let’s do this!

Guess what? I’m back! It’s been awhile since I’ve written anything. Covid changed so much in all our lives, and blogging took a backseat…

Food• Lifestyle• Recipes• Uncategorized

Spicy Jalapeño Grapefruit Vodka Martini

Cinco de Mayo is a couple days away, so I thought we’d spice things up a bit around here! Who wants to try a…

Entertainment• Family• Lifestyle

Cats On Thrift Store Chairs – A Photo Thread

I love a good bargain, and can spend hours in thrift stores. I also love cats. When I saw these photos in a group…

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It’s February 1, 2022, And I Can No Longer Tolerate Fake “Victims”

This post has been a long time coming, like hella long. I know I’m gonna piss off a few folks, and I’m ok with…

Lifestyle

Big Changes Coming In 2022, It’s About Time!

Happy New Year! Hello 2022! I, for one, am glad to be done with 2021. I thought 2020 was bad, but 2021 proved me…

Education• Family• Social Good

The Wonder Of Creation Devotional for Children – GIVEAWAY

November 30, 2021

Family

God With Us – Children’s Bible Book GIVEAWAY

November 21, 2021

Entertainment• Family

Entertaining the Littles: 10 Activities For The Kids Table

October 21, 2021

Education• Family• Health

Can You Hear The Silent Screams: Normalize Mental Healthcare For Our Children

October 14, 2021

Family

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Mom

September 29, 2021

Food• Recipes

Turning Cucumbers Into Pickles – From Garden To Table

August 5, 2021

Arts & Crafts• Family• Lifestyle

Memoirs Of A Hooker – A Tale Of Moral Fiber

July 5, 2021

Family• Food• Lifestyle

Lucky California Now Open For Business In Pleasanton, California

June 14, 2021

Education• Family• Health• Lifestyle

I’ve Had Enough Of Pride Month, Palestine, and Illegals . . .

June 3, 2021

Family

Tough Questions To Ask Your Loved Ones, Before It’s Too Late

March 31, 2021

Family• Health• Lifestyle

Grief & Coping With The Loss Of A Parent

March 17, 2021

Education• Family• Lifestyle

Skylawn Memorial Park Has Big News!

February 28, 2021

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