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Just Be

I’m just coming off of a long needed vacation. I have to admit I knew I needed time away after several stressful years of caring for family members… I just didn’t realize how much I needed it. When caught up … Continue reading

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Sometimes reality BITES!

In the daily grind of this thing called life, and in the process of taking care of children, dogs, parents, siblings, we often forget to stop and smell the roses. To take some “me” or “us” time. Sometimes it’s necessary … Continue reading

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Sweet Home Alabama:Living life with no regrets

(Click picture for SOUND) I just returned home (Chicago) from spending a week in my hometown back in Alabama. Wow, you don’t realize how different things are there and how what a slower pace life is. The only way to … Continue reading

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