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Celebrate Yourself!

Thought for the Week It’s my 45th Journalversary! Yep, I wrote my first Journal entry forty-five years ago (in June, actually), and have continued journaling, with a few lapses, ever since. I’m a very different guy, slightly-whiter beard included, from … Continue reading

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Underwater Surprise… A Clone for a Date … A Son’s Love … and more Facts!

My Featured Blogger this week is Carolyn of Nuggets of Gold. Carolyn’s blogger handle is “Joy Roses,” and for a good reason: she emanates joy, with a healthy side of humor. This wife and mother of two teenagers began journaling … Continue reading

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The Tequila Talking

Image by Minton Sparks Not all Christmas gatherings are joyful. My Featured Blogger this week is Alexis Ryder of Stories I’ve Never Told. A gifted Canadian writer who draws from her own life and journals, turning her experiences into semi-fictional … Continue reading

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Celebrate Yourself!

Those who’ve read my past posts will know I’m not a fan of the self-esteem movement. Nevertheless, I do believe that, just as acknowledging our failings is important, there are times and ways in which self-appreciation is equally wise, healthy … Continue reading

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