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Karma
The other day a friend and I went out for lunch. As we chatted, we discussed a situation involving a person we both knew mutually who had done things that resulted in people being mistreated. After my friend shared her thoughts on the situation, she made a statement: “Karma is a bitch,” she said. I Continue reading
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The New Year
Welcome to the New Year, everyone. It’s 2026, and according to the Chinese Zodiac, 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse. In numerology, 2026 is considered a “Universal 1 Year,” which signifies the beginning of a new nine-year cycle and a time for new directions. Both of these things occurring in the same year Continue reading
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Years ago, when I was a child, I went to a county fair with my family. While there, I came across a fortune telling both. I asked my dad if I could have my fortune done and he said yes. There were many questions I had, but the question on my mind that day was Continue reading
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Lessons Learned
What would happen if I took six months to focus on my well-being without the worrying about work or additional responsibilities? This was the question I asked myself before I began my sabbatical 4 1/2 months ago. During my sabbatical, I have not found a new job or taken on any new commitments. What I Continue reading
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Reading Insights
I am officially 90 days into my sabbitical. I plan to take another 30 days and then move forward with plans for the future. I left my last work situation feeling unsure what my next direction would be. My sabbitacal time has been profound with insight and growth. Not all of my issues have been Continue reading
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Quiet Coyote
A conversation between a husband and a wife. Huband is working on the computer. Husband puts headphones on. “Honey, I have to take a business call for a meeting” – says husband. “Okay” – says wife. Wife walks into another room. Wife turns on a video and begins to work out. Wife forgets workout weights Continue reading
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Limbo
It has been six weeks since I left my full-time job. My sabatical is underway. I plan to take another six weeks before I decide how to move forward. I have been busy visiting family, supporting friends, helping my youngest son prepare for college, and doing consulting work for my business. But despite having things Continue reading
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Good Enough
Years ago, when Facebook was all the rage, I began posting on Facebook my life as a mother and wife. I received positive feedback for my postings, especially my take on the challenges of being a mom of boys, so I decided to create a blog. The blog was called Insanity of Motherhood. Writing the Continue reading
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Whoosh
Earlier this week I volunteered for my youngest son’s senior breakfast. He is graduating this week from high school and I wanted to voluteern since I’m not currently working. I was feeling proud of myself for offering to help and arrived early to help set up. When I arrived there were several parents who had Continue reading
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