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With Love

I have a few words of encouragement for the young lady whose grandmother had developed dementia (“Loving Granddaughter”). My mom passed away 20 years ago from Parkinson’s disease and dementia. I am in my late 70s now, but I remember … Continue reading →

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Create an emergency kit

While most power outages can be safely waited out at home, the flooding that swept Western Washington last week proved that’s not always an option. Ready.gov, a website run by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, recommends emergency kits have some … Continue reading →

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hummingbird

Life’s songSo pretty and sweetSavor the momentsKnow right from wrong Rhythm and rhymeOne beat at a timeYour story will be toldBig, bright, and boldLet it shineBut don’t place it on hold Curiosity is a necessityYour very own laboratoryNo white lab coatsNo microscopesSpread … Continue reading →

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Uncluttered House

My house has become a mess – clutter everywhere – after going through a season of depression. I’m now in counseling, on medication and finally starting to feel better, but the mess feels too overwhelming to tackle. I’m ashamed to … Continue reading →

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Visualize

Imagine a place where you feel safe, comfortable, and at peace. Think about the details of that place and let yourself go there in your mind. Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the … Continue reading →

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