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It’s All Valid
Several years ago I, a Navy wife, was talking to my sister, an Army wife. Her husband was deployed in a war zone on a year-long tour with one R&R period. My husband was out to sea on a couple … Continue reading
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Thoughts on Prayers
Everyone from The Mamas and The Papas to Beyoncé to Disturbed has songs about prayers. In fact, it’s something people not only sing about, but they talk about it too. “I’ll pray for you.” “My prayers are with you.” “Would … Continue reading
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Lighting the Way
I’m still over here trying to find the path for me. I’ve been doing a lot of growth work – classes, meditation, Tai Chi, Tarot…and it’s been incredible! I’ve realized a few things. The biggest one?
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Letting Go
When I was in college, I lost my watch. Prior to losing it, I looked at it a lot. I checked it to be sure I wasn’t late to class. I consulted it to see when my work shifts would … Continue reading
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Returning
As is often the case, I saw something on Facebook and it’s turning into a blog post! Much of my inspiration comes from others and their thoughts, worries, suggestions, and (of course) social media posts. This particular motivation to type … Continue reading
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A Man Like My Dad
I’m sure you’ve heard that girls pick husbands who remind them of their fathers. I don’t know how true it is all the time, but sometimes I’m sure it plays out. In my case, I wasn’t looking for anything specific, … Continue reading
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Tagged confidence, faith, family, growing up, love, marriage, Navy life, parenting, rape, Self care, self love, sexual assault
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Mouse or Hawk?
This morning, before yoga class started, I had a few minutes to wait. The room has a wall of windows and I always enjoy looking through the windows at what’s going on outdoors. This morning I wandered to the windows … Continue reading
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On-Kilter
Today started out pretty rough. I’m trying to get used to a new schedule and it feels a little forced still. Nothing is habit yet and I keep forgetting things – like dinner. (Oh yeah, I need to provide that … Continue reading
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Birthday Surprises
I remember when I turned 30 I was a little surprised that all the goals I’d made at twenty hadn’t magically happened! I realized that not only did one need goals, but a plan for achieving them as well. So … Continue reading
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Sips of Stillness 