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

Bullet Points Friday

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Monica, please comment or e-mail me to claim your Myla Smith album download code! If I don’t hear from you by next Wednesday, I’ll draw another winner. My friend Laura recently wrote about starting a kindness revolution among mothers. This … Continue reading

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Divorce Survival Tips

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My divorce was final on September 9. The papers arrived in the mail about a week later… an anxious week of waiting, because I knew it had been around 60 days since the filing. (We didn’t have to go to … Continue reading

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Cosmetic Help

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Can anyone recommend a really good, moisturizing long-wearing lipstick? I know I look better with some lip color, but even if I remember to apply some in the morning, I forget to re-apply later in the day. Plus, I’m more … Continue reading

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My Declaration

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In my more private journal, I’m doing a 30-day meme. Today’s topic was Your Beliefs, and I decided I wanted to share my list here. It’s a good exercise and hits the high points. I believe that Jesus Christ died … Continue reading

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September Book List

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I meant to post this on Friday, but was derailed by an allergy attack. What I Saw and How I Lied by Judy BlundellAn intense coming-of-age novel about a family full of secrets, set in NYC and Florida right after … Continue reading

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