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Just one more place to write stuff down and share interesting things that happen in my existence.

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Be Intentional

I swear, sometimes I think I write in my sleep.This morning I woke up and found a sticky note attached to my monitor. I have absolutely no recollection of writing it. The note simply said: “Flossing teeth and confessing sins has to be intentional.”Now, where that thought came from is beyond me, but since I promised myself I would try to post weekly, I figured I’d give it some thought.The Flossing…

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Once in a Blue Moon

Howdy Folks,Did you know a Blue Moon is the second full moon that occurs within a single calendar month? It only happens about once every two and a half years. That rare event is where we get the familiar saying, “once in a blue moon”—something that happens very infrequently.Well, today I’m thinking about those things we’ve always said we might do once in a blue moon. Sometimes life surprises us,…

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Memorial Day Weekend

This morning felt a little different. I sat with my coffee, journal open, enjoying a slower start to the day. Tall Cool ☺ne had a class this morning, so we skipped our usual 5 a.m. walk. Instead, I decided to sit quietly and write for a bit. I’m working on a new project, but it’s good to mix in a little fun with the serious stuff once in a while.As I sat there thinking, my mind drifted back to…

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Road Trip: Do or Die?

As of May 15, while writing this post, I noticed only ten people have signed up for the Road Trip challenge. Honestly, that surprised me a little. Life gets busy, though, and I understand how easily things can slip to the bottom of the list.I considered putting my own name on the list, but I seriously hate failing at commitments. Still, even though I’m not officially participating, I’ve tried to…

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The Sneaker That Found Me a Prom Date

*By Barbie Anderson— Adapted and formatted for blog publication*♥♥Every Girl Wanted a Prom Date♥♥The alarm went off and I reached over to stop the monotonous beeping.“Great,” I thought. “Another day closer to the prom and I still don’t have a date. What a wonderful school year this has been.”My little sister Sarah pounded on the bedroom door.“Mama says get up!”“I’m up,” I groaned, kicking off the…

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Reflections 2026 A-Z Blogging Challenge

The 2026 A–Z Blogging Challenge officially wrapped up on April 30th, and I’ll admit — there were moments when I wondered if I would make it to the finish line. Balancing headaches, work, kids, cats, and everyday life made this year’s challenge feel heavier than usual. But somehow, letter by letter and post by post, it all came together.Last year, I copied and pasted my responses directly to the…

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Faithful to the End

Bear & Chow Maine Pets are loyal friends without stipulations. When I said I would be posting weekly, I had no clear idea what I would write about. I may have mentioned before that writing, for me, is a kind of therapy. It helps me sort things out. It helps me vent. It helps me hold on to a little sanity when life feels heavy. Yesterday was one of those hard days. Tall Cool ☺ne and I had to make…

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Z — Zebra Zeal

I love zebras. They are striking creatures—bold, beautiful, and unforgettable. If I were going to be an animal, that is what I would choose. Black and white. No in-between. No gray areas. Just yes or no, clear and certain.Wouldn’t life be easier if everything were that simple? Maybe. But real life rarely works in neat stripes.Relationships fall apart. Families disagree. Friendships strain. People…

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Y — Yes

Let your yes be yes, just like your no is no.Isn’t it frustrating when people tell you they’re going to do something—and then don’t follow through?We all understand that life happens. Emergencies come up. Plans change. A sincere yes can turn into an honest apology: I’m sorry, something came up.That’s life.But when it becomes a pattern—again and again—it stops being an exception and starts…

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X — eXtreme Measures

X has always been a difficult letter for me.There simply aren’t many words to choose from, and “X marks the spot” felt a little too easy. So this year I’m leaning into something that feels far more fitting for the times we’re living in:eXtreme measures.Because if we’re being honest, that’s exactly where we are.The other day Tall Cool ☺ne filled up the gas tank and walked away $80 lighter.…

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W — Wisdom

Wisdom (earned through scars, not short-cuts).When I set out to write my A–Z challenge this year, I didn’t have a polished plan. My “theme” was surprise. Each letter was going to be a wing-ding—whatever the muse nudged my pen toward in that moment. No overthinking. No over-planning. Just showing up and letting it unfold.And looking back?I’m surprised in the best way.There’s a richness woven…

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V — Value your Voice

I’ve been sitting with the letter V for a while now—reading through my own words, tweaking, polishing, getting ready for today’s post. And I’ll be honest… I’m a little proud of how far I’ve come.Not just in writing—but in voice.Because voice doesn’t just appear. It’s built. Over years. Through life. Through lessons you didn’t ask for but learned anyway.And if you’ve ever written something and…

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U — United

“Unapologetic.”That was the word of the day.Strong. Bold. A little sharp around the edges.But if I’m being honest… it didn’t quite fit.Not here. Not for me. Not today.Because when I sit with it long enough, unapologetic feels like resistance—like standing firm, yes—but maybe also standing alone. And that’s not the message that kept tugging at my heart. There is enough loneliness in the world…

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T — Truth or Tattoos

Ink fades, truth remains.I’ll say this gently—I don’t quite understand the excitement around tattoos these days.Before anyone tenses up, hear me out. I’m not against them. I actually have one myself—a tiny, slightly questionable Rolling Stones tattoo on the top of my foot. A little souvenir from a younger, wilder season of life. That version of me has long since moved on… and if I’m being honest,…

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S — Standards

Life teaches you about standards—usually not gently.They aren’t built overnight.They’re forged through trials, mistakes, and quiet perseverance—the kind that shows up like when you’re dancing in the kitchen when no one’s watching.And yet, everywhere we look, standards are slipping.Not because they’re wrong.Not because they’re too high.But because someone couldn’t—or wouldn’t—rise to meet…

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R — Resilient

Bend… but don’t break.We all carry a backbone inside of us—some a little sturdier than others, some tested more times than we care to count. And when life presses in, when the weight feels unfair and the stories around you get louder than your own, it’s easy to wonder if you’ve got enough strength left to stand.But here’s the truth we don’t say often enough: resilience isn’t about never…

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Q — Quiet time ( ... or is it?)

What does quiet time actually look like to you?Is it truly quiet—or just the absence of everyone else’s noise while your own thoughts run a full marathon?Maybe it’s just me, but I’ve never quite fit the mold of what “quiet time” is supposed to be. I like mine early—before the world stretches, before the sun fully commits, before responsibility starts knocking. Bible open. Coffee nearby. Journal…

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