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Five Minute Friday — Brave

Here’s this week’s installment of Five Minute Friday. You might remember the task is to write for five minutes on a specific prompt word. The initiative was started by Lisa-Jo Baker (http://lisajobaker.com/2013/05/five-minute-friday-brave-2/http://) who thought about writing and how often our … Continue reading

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Wednesday Writing XXI

Wow. Twenty-one weeks. There seems to be some interest — although not much feedback — so, since it’s Wednesday, we’ll add to our story. The story thus far is on the blog under “Story.” Here’s where we left off. C-R-A-S-H!!! … Continue reading

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Puppies

This is another excerpt from 50 things that really matter. My husband, Matt, wanted to get a dog for years, but I always resisted. “We’ll be chained down.” I said. “Think of the dog hair!” I whined. Then a neighbor … Continue reading

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Five Minute Friday – Friend

Here’s this week’s installment of Five Minute Friday. You might remember the task is to write for five minutes on a specific prompt word. The initiative was started by Lisa-Jo Baker (http://lisajobaker.com/2013/04/five-minute-friday-friend/) who thought about writing and how often our … Continue reading

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Wednesday Writing XX

Well, it’s Wednesday so it’s time to add to our story. We’re following a flashback of our main character, Samantha. The story thus far is on the blog under “Story.” Here’s where we left off. And despite knees in my … Continue reading

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Passion

This is another excerpt from 50 things that really matter. My father wore suits and ties for 30 years. But his hands were, and are, those of an artist. They transform marble into sculpture, coax herbs and vegetables from the … Continue reading

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Five Minute Friday — Jump

Here’s this week’s installment of Five Minute Friday. You might remember the task is to write for five minutes on a specific prompt word. The initiative was started by Lisa-Jo Baker (http://lisajobaker.com/2013/04/five-minute-friday-jump/) who thought about writing and how often our … Continue reading

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Wednesday Writing XIX

Well, it’s Wednesday so it’s time to add to our collaborative community story. We’re following a flashback of our main character, Samantha. The story thus far is on the blog under “Story.” Here’s where we left off. I started crying … Continue reading

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Five Minute Friday — Here

Here’s this week’s installment of Five Minute Friday. You might remember the task is to write for five minutes on a specific prompt word. The initiative was started by Lisa-Jo Baker (http://lisajobaker.com/2013/04/five-minute-friday-here-2/) who thought about writing and how often our … Continue reading

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How Not to Break What You’re Trying to Fix

I’ve said it before. I am a Ron Hutchcraft fan. His down-home illustrations just resonate with me. And his connection from the ordinary to the spiritual is amazing. Today’s “A Word with You” was a prime example. I can relate … Continue reading

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