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How is your grammar? Take this quiz!

I recently discovered a short grammar test. It is easy to do and I'm sure you will find it of benefit. Continue reading →

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Does music inspire you? (very funny videos)

I enjoy music. Not all music, but likely most. When there is music playing I have a very hard time staying still. Music seems to speak to the depths of me. I came across this video that I think is one...

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Does fear control your life?

FEAR. What do you think of when you hear that word? From the time I was a small child fear was my constant companion. It hindered me in every way. Sometimes it got pushed aside but rarely did it let...

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8 fun ways to procrastinate

Are you a procrastinator? Or, do you wish you could find things to help you procrastinate ... Continue reading →

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Important info about Alzheimer’s research! My rant

As you know, Alzheimer's disease (one high profile aspect of dementia) has invaded my family and taken over a major part of my life. Today I have very important information to share with you. Continue...

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A few interesting blogging facts

Recently, I read some interesting facts about blogging but I don't recall where I saw that. I had made note of a few things which stood out to me, and which I will share here in case you might like to...

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Say what?? Tiresome blog spam

... a person has to be really on their toes to discern which ones are to be denied as spam. Continue reading →

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Jobs disappearing. Is yours?

Have you noticed how the world is changing? Well, duhh, you might say, but I am referring to job opportunities. Continue reading →

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Book Review: Flying with a Broken Wing – by Laura Best

Book: Flying with a Broken Wing Author: Laura Best Publisher: Nimbus Publishing Date: September 6, 2013 Genre: young adult Pages: 216 Price: $12.95; also available on Kindle My Rating: a story of hope...

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Easter weekend busyness; reminder of a book giveaway

What a busy Easter weekend we had. AN IMPORTANT REMINDER: Tuesday April 22 at 6 PM EST ... book giveaway! Continue reading →

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Ups and downs, but Spring is here

This morning my daughter who lives in Alberta boarded the plane for back ... meaning ... I MISS HER ALREADY! :( It was a lovely visit, but, as always, too short. The newest excitement for me is that a...

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The last one standing

It happened. The sad news we knew was going to come too soon was delivered. My aunt - Dad's youngest sibling - passed away very early Tuesday morning. Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day, and time away

This day is sometimes bittersweet. Today I visited my mother's grave, not something I do often since her spirit is not there, but it seemed right to do today. Remember the trip I mentioned I would be...

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Book Review: Hailee (Montana Skies series) – by Penny Zeller

This book is the third in the Montana Skies series by Penny Zeller. The reader is invited along in the journey in a way that makes one unwilling to leave the story even when necessary. Penny Zeller...

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When we need Encouragement

I don't know about you but I get weary. When I get weary the negativity creeps in, which should not be the case. I knew it had become a weight on me, but after just the first room was done ... I felt...

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Family fun and birthday surprises

Today was a day of activity ... secretive activity. My husband's landmark birthday is on Wednesday, but a surprise birthday party was planned for today. Continue reading →

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Facing one’s fear – a talk by Chris Hadfield

Do you know who I mean by Chris Hadfield? He is the Canadian astronaut who became very well known when he went into space in 2013. Continue reading →

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Sue Harrison’s “Writing the Third Dimension”– part 17: Curses, Foiled Again!

Welcome back! Over the next many months we invite you to return here, specifically on the fourth Thursday of each month for the newest installment of Sue Harrison‘s teaching: Writing The Third...

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Inspirational music of faith

I found some wonderful music ... actually, it is worship music, but even if you are not a Christian you may really enjoy this. Continue reading →

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Book trailer for An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth – by Chris Hadfield

Today I am posting the trailer for his book, which I would have included yesterday had I thought to look for one. Continue reading →

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