Tag Archives: connection

Too Many Gifts

Even typing this makes me seem ungrateful, but here we go. My husband is a gift-giver; it is how he shows his love. He is also a collector of many things (as is the rest of his family) and I … Continue reading

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Visiting mom with memory loss 

 My mom has memory loss and probably depression, and visiting her is just really hard. She’s in assisted living not far from us, and I love her, but I frankly dread visits with her and have a hard time making … Continue reading

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The Signal

When the host says you can make yourself at home, it signals that you can fend for yourself. This means you don’t need to ask for a drink of water. However, you should tidy up after yourself and can even … Continue reading

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Opportunity to Live

Death is just one day. All the other days that lead up to death are an opportunity to love and laugh and share our hearts and be alive.” —Diane Button Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your … Continue reading

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How Saying No Can Make Us Happier

1. It protects our time. Every “no” to what drains us creates space for the things that actually energize us—like connection with people we love and the hobbies that put us in a flow state. 2. It keeps us aligned with … Continue reading

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