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Self Fulfillment

It was a big day for me today. After a long awaited project and being the "new kid" in a brand new world (new job), I finally had a major breakthrough and was publicly recognized for it. Somehow, I...

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20 Wishes for 2014

Jessa from over at Life of a Sports Wife and some over lovely ladies are participating in a "20 Wishes for 2014" linkup. After noticing that I did not achieve my BIG list (on for the next five years),...

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Being Alone

I called my god-mother, who also happens to be my aunt, to wish her a happy 80th birthday. As a single mother for several decades, she raised a top-notch doctor and has two amazing grandsons. Her home...

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The Importance of Forgiveness

How many times have we covered our mouths in shame or winced at the words we uttered and wondered, “How the heck could I have said that?” It is often the case where we repent, whether in the moment or...

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First Comes an Apology, then Come Rebuilding

To put it easily, marriage is hard. No one tells you what you’re in for, or where it could possibly lead. They neglect to inform you of the ups and downs, the doubts and worries, the joys or prospects....

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Time Away is Time Saved

 Ever have that mushy feeling where you want to spend every waking feeling with someone? That insatiable butterfly feeling that leaves you breathless for one last kiss? Yeah…sweet, isn’t it?Sometimes,...

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7 Great Reasons to Check Out the Renaissance Festival

Every year, the hubby gets GEEK excited to participate in one of his all time favorite events, or as he puts it “mini holiday.” From the first weekend of February until the last weekend of March, acts...

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My First Time...

Usually, this phrase is followed by an awkward moment, where you're revisiting the first encounter sexually with another person. HOWEVER, this is NOT that moment. I ran out of ideas (and time) to recap...

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Household Problems

After watching Shrek's 185 pound great dane sit on my microfiber couch and the massive 135 pound Rottweiler shake his tail near my wine glasses, I pondered the timeless question:HOW THE HECK AM I GOING...

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HEY, IT'S OKAY TUESDAY

The lovely Amber from "Airing My Dirty Laundry" came across a Glamour section of "Hey, It's Okay If". Seeing how many of us are "gotta do this" or "gotta finish that, " I thought it would be great to...

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Finding My Faith: Doubt & Devotion Link Up

The lovely ladies over at Mr. Thomas & Me & The Florkens have started a linking up called "Doubt & Devotion". It's inspiring to me to see how people are so passionate about their faith and...

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40 Days of Lent:Giving THIS Up

While a new month starts off, TOO many things come to mind for the hubby and I in March’s Marriage & Relationship Goals {Link Up}. It’s been a really rough patch for us, because he constantly...

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My Letter to the Lord

Dear Lord,Tonight, as the sun goes down over the breathtaking Colosseum here in Rome, I am in awe of your greatness and the beauty that surrounds me. But, I cannot bask in the history that surrounds...

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Marriage Letters Link Up: When You’re Most Alive

In life, we sometimes forget to thank, honor and respect those that mean the world to us. Amber over at The Run A Muck runs a monthly link up of Marriage Letters on the first Monday of each month. Join...

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Doubt & Devotion Linkup: Week 2

Join the lovely ladies of the Doubt & Devotion Linkup, Amber from Mr. Thomas & Me& Kate from the Florkens. Each Sunday, the ladies linkup to discuss doubt, devotion and everything in...

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The Truth

Validation.It’s a word that I do not feel we use often enough. Each and every day, we strive to achieve our very best, but for who? Are we setting goals for ourselves, others, society? Who are we...

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Doubt & Devotion Linkup: Week 3

Join the lovely ladies of the Doubt & Devotion Linkup, Amber from Mr. Thomas & Me & Kate from the Florkens. Each Sunday, the ladies linkup to discuss doubt, devotion and everything in...

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Doubt & Devotion Link Up #4

Join the lovely ladies of the Doubt & Devotion Linkup, Amber from Mr. Thomas & Me & Kate from the Florkens. Each Sunday, the ladies linkup to discuss doubt, devotion and everything in...

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Marriage Letters LinkUp: How We Co-Labor

In life, we sometimes forget to thank, honor and respect those that mean the world to us. Amber over at The Run A Muck runs a monthly link up of Marriage Letters on the first Monday of each month. Join...

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Um, Yeah, NO...NOT Gonna Happen

Because we ALL need a “heck no, that’s not happening”, the talented Brooks from “The Handey Way”& Kalyn from “Geez, Louise” have a “Bump It List” Link Up. Add your tales and link up sharing your...

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