Mixed Blessings Blog

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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…

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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…

Family• Health

Less Fear And More Fun At Kids Care Dental And Orthodontics

February 10, 2021

Education• Family• Health• Lifestyle

Plan Ahead With Skylawn Memorial Park

February 8, 2021

Family

Do You Know The Most Important Reason To Preplan Your Funeral?

January 31, 2021

Family• Food• Recipes

Winter Comfort Food – Everyone’s Favorites!

January 24, 2021

Family• Health• Lifestyle• Social Good

I Don’t Know Where I’ll Be When I Pass Away, Should I Still Preplan My Funeral?

January 21, 2021

Family• Health

Anxiety: It’s Bigger Than Being A Worrywart

January 14, 2021

Health• Hotels/Resorts• Lifestyle• Travel

My (Bad) Hotel Experience During COVID-19

January 1, 2021

Family• Lifestyle• Social Good

Goodbye 2020

December 31, 2020

Family• Lifestyle

Bring Your Loved Ones Home, Safely Home

December 21, 2020

Family• Health

Seed Synbiotics: Bacteria With Benefits

November 27, 2020

Education• Family• Lifestyle

Learning About Funeral Pre-Planning With Skylawn Memorial Park

November 20, 2020

Health

Stigma Hemp Wants To Help You Recover & Relax

November 3, 2020

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