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Not the Most Friendly of Beasts
Someone I dealt with last week reminded me of a scene in the first Harry Potter movie. If you’re not familiar with Harry Potter, here’s a quick background: Harry Potter is an orphan who finds out he is a wizard. The gentle half-giant/half wizard, Hagrid, not only informs Harry of his lineage but also serves as his escort to the…
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The Pretty Little Redhead
Have you ever met someone and found that you cannot stop thinking about that person? That’s the predicament I’m in right now. I’ll be doing something, and my thoughts keep turning to her. After more than a week of her being a squatter in my headspace, I think I’ve finally figured out why she’s always on my mind. But let…
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Walk the Walk
This is what my face looked like almost 50 years ago at my first birthday party. From the looks of things, I wasn’t too impressed with the festivities. When I was old enough to look at pictures and ask questions, my mom informed me that I was wailing like a banshee because some inconsiderate (probably the coochie-coochie-coo type) neighbor lady…
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Fake it ’til you make it
My book launch was last Saturday. It was an enjoyable and exciting experience, but it was also exhausting. I’ve learned so many things since I began the journey to getting this book out there, with my most recent lesson being this: Fake it ‘til you make it. I am, by nature, an introvert. I’m hard-wired to do things like only…
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Stop and Smell the Roses
Throughout my life, I’ve heard different variations of, “Be sure to stop and smell the roses.” I’ve always taken this to mean, “Don’t get so busy that you hurry through life, neglecting to take the time to appreciate the beauty that surrounds you,”– or at least that’s how I like to interpret it. The arrival of spring, with its breathtaking blooms and…
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The Great Pineapple on Pizza Debate
I used this photo and title to get your attention because I‘m willing to bet you feel strongly about pineapple on pizza; as in, you either love it or hate it. I love it—don‘t judge. About a week ago, I met a friend for dinner. Since I’ve started selling my book, a lot of friends have said, “Hey, let’s meet…
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But, WHY?
“If someone shows you who they really are, believe them,” ~ Maya Angelou Maya Angelou was one wise lady. I first heard the above quote about five years ago and it’s one I try to remember when a fitting occasion arises. Unfortunately, I don’t always follow the wonderful advice in that quote, because I’m a “why” person; I always want…
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Message from a Stranger
This weekend was amazing. Absolutely AH-MA-ZING. I got my books on Saturday, had two interviews with two remarkable women (have I mentioned how many fabulous people I’ve met since I’ve started this book journey?), and last night I got a message that made every bit of work I’ve put into this endeavor 100% worthwhile. The message was from a lady…
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Sunday Posts
As I sat here wondering what on earth I would write about this weekend, I was hit with a realization: I don’t have to write every week. I initially said I was going to, and because I feel like I should always do what I say I will do, I’ve done it every week even when I didn’t really have…
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If I Build It, They Will Come
Last week while I was at work, my desk line rang. When I answered it, a lady immediately went into a spiel about how I was eligible for a vacation (or something like that). I don’t remember exactly what it was about because as soon as I realized it was a sales call, I mentally checked out. When she finished…
