It is true that Valentine’s Day, like Mother’s Day and other such holidays has been exploited by commercial enterprises seeking any occasion to market their wares. Historically, however, it has a much more interesting past that has morphed and evolved as culture demanded. While at it’s roots, Valentine’s Day is…
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Using stress reduction techniques have helped me weather any number of storms throughout 2020 and 2021. This just ending holiday season held a new level of angst for the Sander family. The resurgent pandemic was an unwelcome addition to the party, creating anxiety around long put off travel plans and…
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One Friday Night: They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Sadly, I don’t have a picture, or a video which is what I really need to tell this story. My only prop is the English language. For some this would be enough. In this instance, I’m not sure…
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Betrayal is a tough pill to swallow. I doubt that there is a person alive who has not felt betrayed at some time or another. Merriam-Webster offers several definitions of the word betray that reveal its potential to wound: 1) to fail or desert especially in time of need; 2)…
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If you’re a caregiver, as I am, chances are good that your initial response to give from your abundance was, “yeah, right.” In fact, women are the caregivers of the world. We’re mothers, teachers, nurses, friends, sisters, and daughters and in these roles we care for others. We give until…
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While depression can move into your life and turn it upside down, healing depression is possible. Every day I read stories and see statistics on the psychological impact of Covid, and depression is on the rise as a result. I know depression, inside and out. It can creep up on…
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