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Me, Myself & I
In September, I had a lovely, nice-sized house with plenty of room. It was just me, my husband and our doggy daughter (our human son was away at college), so feeling crowded had never been an issue. By December, however, the walls had begun to close in—fast. Same house, same layout and design,…
More Than Eggs: Breaking the Silence on Food Insecurity
Food insecurity is often silent. It affects people you know—people who are doing their best to keep up appearances while quietly making impossible choices between medicine, rent and meals.
My Goal Mate
Today, I am going to work and then to the spa for some much-needed self-care. Also today, my teen-age son is having his wisdom teeth removed. Before you start “bad mothering” me, relax. My husband’s got this.
Family Feuding
My close-knit family never anticipated the infighting that would occur over settling our loved one’s estate.
Rush, Relax, Reset
Every few months, I have to roll TF out. Solo travel is my salvation. It’s how I recharge.
My Dilemma: To Sweep Up or Clean Up?
Like many people, I was struggling with inflation and an increasing cost of living. So, what did I decide to do about this financial shortfall? I started cleaning my dining room, of course.
Loud, But Not Proud
At work, I walk in and holler at people, literally. Don’t worry, it’s expected of me. That’s the culture of my workplace. There are some very loud people.
From No-No to YOLO in Two Short Years
Remember when almost all financial advice explained ways to get out of debt and to save money? Now, a YOLO mindset has taken over.
I Quit: One Year Later
A year ago, I quit my job during a pandemic. I never panicked. I thought I would, but I didn’t. Here’s what I did.
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