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  • Neverending Illnesses

    It’s the 5th day of 2026 and already I haven’t been able to fulfil my own set schedule of posts. But no matter… I think more of a freestyle is better anyway. Less pressure, and with my desire to leave Facebook and other big social media, I’ll just start writing about everything here, like I… Read more

  • Highlights of 2025

    What positive events have taken place in your life over the past year? I saw this prompt, and my plan was to highlight all the positive things that happened this year, before year’s end. I have a massive backup on Google Photos of everything that happened (I take a LOT of photos), and a I… Read more

  • My Thanksgiving Reflections

    On Thanksgiving, I like to slow down and take a real look at my life — not through the lens of everything that’s happened, but through the lens of everything I have. Gratitude feels richer when it’s rooted in the present, and right now my life is full of things worth appreciating. I’m grateful for… Read more

  • Parenting Doesn’t End At 18

    Parenting is a journey that never truly ends. My kids are now adults, but their lives continue to intertwine with mine. From guiding them through challenges to celebrating their successes, I’m proud to be a part of their lives in every way possible. Read more

  • Social Safety Nets

    While politicians argue about budgets, real families are about to go hungry, homeless, or without medical care. The government shutdown isn’t a headline — it’s a humanitarian failure in progress. Read more