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When I’m Having Trouble Tolerating Others, This Is What I Can Do

June 15, 2018

There are people who I get along with best when I have a deep connection to my inner peace. I’m able to take in their behavior, process it, mix [...]

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The Less I Do, the Happier the Holiday

December 1, 2017

At this time of year, I have to remind myself that everything executed annually from November to January doesn’t have to become a “tradition.” If I do something once [...]

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The Daily Do-Over – When the Facts Change, So Can My Actions

November 24, 2017

Last week, a live bunny rabbit showed up at my house without my permission. Two months ago Chromebooks showed up at my house without my permission. Both things, in [...]

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Stop Tripping – My Journey to Guilt Free Living

November 17, 2017

With the holidays approaching, I have guilt on my mind. Let’s be honest, for some of us, guilt is as much a part of Yuletide as cursing at Christmas [...]

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Pyramid Theory – The Next Right Thing Isn’t Always Easy

November 3, 2017

G-Man had an early flight to Chicago, so at 2 am I was awakened by the concerned bark of our dog, Miss Butter Jones. I could not get back [...]

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Hidden Meaning – When Absence is Presence

September 29, 2017

These days, I hear a lot about the importance of “being present” and “in the moment.” I’ve even heard it explained that you should actually experience the water against [...]

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Dashboard Lights – How to Tell When I Need a Parenting Break

September 22, 2017

The fall schedule is in full swing. All of my jobs are demanding a piece of my attention. As my focus becomes divided, my tank gets closer and closer [...]

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P-L-A-N – The Importance of Planning Ahead

June 9, 2017

We’ve all heard the adage, “Fail to plan, plan to fail”. I was reminded last weekend just how important planning is if I want peace in my life. While [...]

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