Category: My thoughts

Making the Most of It

I set out for a vacation this weekend all excited to be able to report back a great, “can’t miss” spot to share with you. Unfortunately, there were too many things that made us decide we probably wouldn’t go back. We headed to a camping “resort” in Amador County to meet up with friends where …

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Great Reads!

I love reading!

Never did I imagine that I would be clambering to finish one historical novel to move on to another. My reading style used to be murder/mystery with a side of romance. But I picked up The Other Boleyn Girl at a used book store last year and ever since, I cannot get enough of these …

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Dealing with Difficult People

All too often I hear people excuse others bad behavior with the words “Oh, that’s just the way they are.” Well no more! Put downs, condescending tones, and verbal abuse are NOT ok. Feeling embarrassed or used are NOT signs of a good relationship. We don’t have to put up with it. We all deserve …

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The Dads in My Life Are Awesome

dads are awesome

I had an awesome dad. From a kid’s perspective he had the coolest job- he drove choo choo trains (as an adult I still think that’s pretty cool). He played my favorite board games with me and took me to the park to show off my monkey bar skills. When I’d go with him to …

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When Life Gets Busy, Pray

When life gets too hard to stand, kneel

When life gets too busy and I feel like I am going to lose it, I hear a quiet voice asking, have you prayed lately? Chances are the answer is no. I do talk to God often and everywhere. A lot when I’m driving or when I’m lying in bed at night. But when I …

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