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About Brenda

Mom to a preschooler with T1D. Paralegal. Swiftie. Xennial. Grizzlies and Tigers. Pilates and Peloton. Books and fanfic. 901 / 305 ← Older posts Newer posts →

The Road Re-Taken

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When 2012 dawned, I was full of grand ideas and expectations. I decided that this was THE YEAR I would start fulfilling my potential and figure out what I’m supposed to be. But after about eight short weeks, I’ve realized … Continue reading

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Some Thoughts on Lent

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Although I grew up in church, I wasn’t really aware of Lent until I lived with my friend Kathy in college. Kathy was the first Catholic I ever knew in a day-to-day way, and she taught me about the church … Continue reading

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Presidents’ Day Weekend

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Last weekend, my parents and I went to Indiana to visit my brother! I hadn’t been to Evansville since we helped Kevin move last summer. His birthday is on Lincoln’s birthday, and my mom’s birthday is on Washington’s birthday, so Presidents’ Day … Continue reading

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Italian Wedding Soup

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I made the original version of this soup for my parents’ 35th anniversary party, and it was a huge hit. Since then I’ve made at least five batches! Something about this soup really hits the spot in winter, and while … Continue reading

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On Your Own Terms

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My name change has finally gone through at work. I didn’t want to announce anything until my e-mail and other accounts had been changed (a slow and painful process, thanks to outsourcing). Now I have a new name plate, a … Continue reading

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