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Mother’s Day
For me, there is something extra special about Mother’s Day. Dads do have their own day, but it’s not the same. Dads may be physically stronger, but when it comes to nurturing, caring for, and meeting emotional needs, Moms will…
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Downsizing
I often hear the term “downsizing” and find myself wondering what it really means, and what the outcome of downsizing is supposed to be. There are two kinds of downsizing that come to mind: work downsizing and home downsizing. At…
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The Bloom
I lived in Winchester, VA from 2009-2013 and had the opportunity to experience their annual Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, also known as “The Bloom”. The Apple Blossom festival first began in 1924. This is their 101st year, but there was…
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DeGrazia
I have a love affair with the Southwest. I lived in southern Arizona for two years in the early 1970s, and that’s where my love affair began. Everything about the environment seemed to agree with me—the Spanish architectural influence, the…
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Working From Home
I’m not a habitual teleworker. I enjoy going to the office every day and only stay home if there’s inclement weather like we’ve had for the past several days. It’s a struggle for me because I continue to get dressed…
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Peace on Earth
As I close out one year, I like to look back and think about whether I made a difference for anyone. Then, I think about what my plan will be for moving forward into the new year. I do make…
