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If Mom Were Still Here
Today is a new day. One that for me, comes with a bit of pain. Because 3 years ago today my mother died. Life has never been the same since. But here is the good news: Though the day may … Continue reading
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Tagged blessings, death, family, grief, grieving, life, Living, mom, pain, sadness
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Like Mother, Like Daughter
If she were here, she’d have called me on the phone a month ago, asking me about my plans for Mother’s Day. I’d have said, “I don’t know Mom, I haven’t gotten there yet.” If she were here, she’d … Continue reading
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Tagged children, family, grief, life, mom, Mother's Day, motherhood, parenthood, parenting
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Nothing Good Happens After Midnight and Other Lessons From My Youth
“…And you know what he said? He said, ‘It’s good to want, Tracy.’” I chuckled to myself at the memory. My daughter was less than impressed. “I know, Mom. You’ve already told me this story…” Had I? I couldn’t remember. … Continue reading
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Tagged children, faith, family, family humor, family life, god, inspiration, kids, life, life lessons, memories, parenting
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All I Want for Christmas is…
Dear Santa, Hello from Indiana. I hope you and the Mrs. are well. How are the elves? I’m hoping they aren’t too sleep-deprived during this last minute holiday rush in the workshop. I’m so excited that Christmas is just days … Continue reading
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Tagged children, faith, family, family humor, god, happiness, humor, inspiration, life lessons, love, marriage, motherhood, parenting
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The Power of Accepting Change
The first day of school, captured from afar. “Are you sure I can’t come?” I asked, “I know the other moms are coming…” My daughter simply shook her head, “No, Mom,” she said, “You don’t need to be there.” It … Continue reading
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Tagged acceptance, change, children, family, family life, inspiration, life, life lessons
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The Day the Homeless Fed Me
There was no audible voice, no specific directive, just a nudge on my heart. But the nudge was strong; so strong I knew immediately what my answer would be: Yes. It took a week to commit, to finally answer the … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, God, gratitude, inspiration, life lessons, love, trials, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged fruit, giving, god, homeless, inspiration, life lessons, love, service, trials, writing
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Finding Peace Involves Risk, an interview with Teri Ditslear
An Interview with Teri Ditslear; Wife, Mother, Pastor and “Fire-Starter” As soon as I read the article in my local newspaper, I knew I had to get in touch with her. You see, she and I … Continue reading
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Tagged beer, faith, god, inspiration, interview, life lessons, purpose
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The Art of Practicing Courage
Sunset on the Grand Tetons, June 2012 *Friends-if you don’t have the time to read my entire post-I have news to share: please skip to the end! This is the photo. The photo that popped up in my feed with … Continue reading
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Tagged Amazon, book, books, courage, dreams, faith, happiness, inspiration, love, memoir, risk, write, writing
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Getting My Instant Fix
“You can do Yoga! It says right here that yoga reduces inflammation!” I chuckle to myself, “Okay, well I better wait a few days for that.” My daughter is not convinced, “No, you can do it right now Mom, … Continue reading
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Tagged faith, god, healing, inspiration, life lessons, pain, trust
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The Writer Tracy 