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Power of a Grand Baby’s Smile
When your grandbaby’s eyes light up, And a smile spreads across their face, It’s a moment that can’t be replicated, A pure, unbridled joy you can’t erase. That tiny, toothless grin so genuine, Radiates with a warmth so sincere, It melts your heart, fills you with wonder, A love so profound, so profoundly clear. In…
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Dealing With Hurtful Comments About Your Disability
Dealing with hurtful comments about your disability can be overwhelming for a person. Especially, when it’s a loved one or friend making the hurtful comment. It can be incredibly frustrating when people make insensitive comments about your disability. Friends, family, or even strangers may not understand the challenges you face. This lack of knowledge is…
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Get Involved
Does your loved one live fulltime in a nursing home facility? My mom did for several years before she passed away. I learned a lot throughout this very stressful experience. My mother needed round the clock assistance or medical care. Mostly, I learned that you should visit your loved one as often as you can.…
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Living With Drop Foot
About three years ago, I learned from my doctor that I had a neurological condition called drop foot. This medical condition makes it hard to walk without falling because your toes drop and trip you. My doctor said it is caused by neuropathy, which may be related to my diabetes or my aggressive cervical cancer…
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Get the Pocket FM App
Recently, I found this simple app, which is called Pocket FM! This app I found is amazing to be honest. The app allows you to listen to several chapters of an audio book. However, only a few chapters are available each day The Pocket FM app is full of different chapter books in each genre.…
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What is a Bonus Child?
Do you also have a bonus daughter or son that you see frequently. They don’t have to be related to you, instead they’re just a friend that comes over a lot. They can be one of your children’s friends, as well as someone you babysit frequently. Over time, they become your bonus daughter or son.…
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Meet My Bonus Daughter
This particular blog post is about my bonus daughter Payton. Luckily, I met her about three years ago when I broke my leg. She was at her grandmother’s, who came over and helped take care of me while I was recovering. She began visiting with her grandma, which I am extremely grateful for. Since then,…
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Monthly V/S Prepaid Lights?
Do you have a prepay light bill? Where you have pay on the lights daily or weekly. If not, do you have to pay a larger bill each month? Both are great electric programs for homeowners and renters. One electric program allows you to pay as you go. The other one consists of a larger…
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Living Beyond an Accident or Illness
Finding a new normal during the recovery process from an accident or serious illness. You will be looking for ways to get back to normal. However, you may have experienced changes like: losing a leg, losing an arm, or being wheelchair dependent. You will have to create a support system around you. Additionally, you will…
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Collecting Things
Do you collect things that mean a lot to you? I collect dragons and porcelain dolls. I would like to hear about what other people collect. I know a lady that collects Barbies and has an extensive collection. Collecting things can be fun and exciting as you get new things that you like. Did you…
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Caring for Cockatiels
Cockatiels are the most popular pet birds in the world, and there’s a reason for that—they’re just plain fun! Owning a cockatiel is a lot of fun, but it also takes some work. Here are some tips to make sure your cockatiel is happy and healthy. Make sure your cockatiel has plenty of toys to…
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Why is Pet Training Important
Pets are popular in today’s society, and cats and dogs are the most common. It is important for pet owners to learn how to train their pet. Sometimes pet owners need help in training their pet correctly. The Benefits There are many different benefits to pet training, such as behavioral improvements, obedience, and different tricks.…
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Thank You Friend
Thank you for blessing with your wisdom and lasting friendship too. Your love for me is a blessing that is a beautiful gift from you. My mind has been broken and stuck in a place that is full of sorrow, Tonight, I will let myself smile and thank God for each new tomorrow, God has…
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Crystal’s Pet Sitting Information
Hi, my name is Crystal Amon and I have over twenty years of experience in pet sitting and other pet services. I will walk, brush, bathe, play with, and love your small furbaby. Your beloved furbaby will be allowed on my furniture. They will be part of our family, while they are here with me.…
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Donations Are Welcome
My personal blog Princesscrystalsays.wordpress.com is kept online through kind donations of the readers who stop by. This blog is my personal writing corner and you will find a variety of works written by me. Consider donating a small tip, especially if you like what I have written. I write about many topics and enjoy reading…
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Allow People to be Themselves
Stop being mad at other people for not being how or what you want them to be. Sometimes, you just have to accept that they are not going to do things your way. Always allow a person to be themselves…no matter what! Additionally, don’t be upset when they’re not doing what you want them to do.…
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Caring for a Green Cheek Conure
Green Cheek Conures love to eat, whether it’s birdseed or food you’ve made for dinner. They enjoy trying new things everyday, so share with them each night. They love spray millet and treats that you can get at any pet store. They love to play in their water bowl and they will take a bath…
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Caring for a Puppy
Caring for a puppy is a lot of work, but there’s some things you can do to make it easier. First, puppies need a lot of care and attention. Remember, that your puppy wants to be with you as much as you want to be with him or her. always allow your puppy to play…
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Keeping Your Dog Cool During The Summer
Keeping your dog cool for the extreme heat in the summer will be a challenge, but it can be done. Be sure to keep their.pet paws safe when going outside or when walking your dog. During the summer, the concrete is really hot on your dog paws. Therefore you want to let them walk on…
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My Books on Amazon
Take a moment to look up my books on Amazon.com. I have a children’s short story book, full length novel, and a poetry book Get your copies now by click on the author’s name at the bottom. I hope you like what I have written so far. I look forward to hearing what you liked…
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Small Pet Sitting Service in Jacksonville, Florida
You may want to consider hiring a pet sitter like: Crystal Amon. I have over 20 years experience in pet sitting. Additionally, if you need to go out of town for a weekend. I also offer doggie day care as needed. I live in Jacksonville, Florida I am currently only watching the smaller breed of…
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Happy Birthday to My Best Friend, Angel and her daughter Blakey.
Happy birthday, Angel and Blakey. May you both have many more birthday blessings. I love you both tremendously and enjoyed being a part of your day. Thank you for inviting me and Payton! We had a ton of fun. Enjoy your day! Thank you again for inviting me and Payton . I hope you don’t…
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The Pros and Cons of Working for Uber
For three years, I worked for Uber rideshare company and Uber Eats delivery service. There are several pros and cons when it comes to working for Uber or Uber Eats. This article will list the different positive and negative sides of working for this company. There are several positive aspects of working with Uber: There…
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My Sweet Baby Boys
This is Dobby and Pistol! Dobby is brown and white. He is three years old. Pistol is black and white. He is a year old. He is the puppy of Dobby and Tidbit. I wanted to share a picture of my sweet boys.
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Simple Energy Saving Ideas
If you’re anything like me, you are struggling just to pay your light bill this month as the energy price goes up during these hot months. After dealing with a car repair and other financial setbacks I began looking for ways to reduce my light bill immediately, as I can see what I spend with…
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A Poem For My Momma
Momma, goodbye is so hard for me to even say. Help me figure how to write this in a way. I want others to see how you lost basically all It was too hard for you to bear knowing they won’t call. Every day you prayed for someone to drop by, Instead, they never saw…
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Writing Services Are Available
My writing services are available, as well as my mentoring services for all new writers. Additionally, advertising services are available. My editing and review services are also available. Get your quote today and be sure to check out my list of other services. I am currently offering blogging and ghostwriting to all websites and blogs.…
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A Poem I Wrote for Thomas
Your my who twin brother who died alone as the state didn’t call, He never got to hug me and I can’t understand this at all. Now, a piece of me is broken as the days pass by. Everyday I find myself begging for answers as to why? This I swear to you “Eyes LIke…
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Help An Elderly Neighbor
Consider helping out an elderly neighbor in your own community before donating to different organizations. Finding the right person in your community to help is not hard, once you take a moment to learn more about your own neighbors. Many times an elderly person is living by themselves which can be extremely hard on them…
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May You Fly High
Today, I would like to honor my very close friend “JR” aka Harmon Roberson. I will always remember what you taught me over the years I have known you. I know your jamming out in the Angel’s choir. One day, I will see you again!
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Meet My Scarlet
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Happy Mother’s Day
Happy Mother’s Day to all ladies who wear the crown of being a mom. May your day be blessed! Love, Crystal
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Forgiving Someone
Learning to forgive someone is not an easy thing to do, especially if it involves a good friend or family member who hurt you in some way. They may continue to deny hurting you or say you did wrong to them. However, you may need to try to openly discuss the entire situation with your…
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Choose Your Peace
Toxic people can have a detrimental impact on our lives and it is important to stay away from them. They can be family, friends, or even strangers who are using us for their own gain. It is essential to recognize these toxic people in order to protect ourselves from emotional and mental harm. It is…
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Finding a Pet Sitter
Choosing a Pet Sitter You may consider hiring a pet sitter, whenever you need to go out of town for a weekend or longer. There are several options that will help you find a sitter like asking family or friends, which may allow you to save money. Many times someone you know will stay at…
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Meet Pud, My Aunt’s Dog
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Recovering after Illness
By, Crystal S. Amon Recovering from an illness or injury can be a long and difficult process. After a prolonged period of convalescence, it’s normal to want to get back into the workforce and take on a new job. For many, returning to work is not only an important part of regaining independence but can…
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Writing a Resume?
By, Crystal S. Amon For many people the task of writing a resume is daunting. It takes them hours to write, and often in the end it still doesn’t look quite right. But that’s because they don’t know how to do it correctly. Writing a resume is easy with this handy guide on how to…
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Entering Recovery
Recovering from active addiction is not easy. It’s a long and grueling process with many hurdles along the way. But you can make it through, if you’re willing to put in the work. In order to successfully recover from active addiction, you need to be in a safe place where you can focus on yourself…
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What is Your Legacy?
What is your personal legacy that your loved ones will remember once your journey on this earth is over? Have you ever sat down and asked yourself about the kind of book a family member could actually write about your character and personality? Would they believe you are an honest person, who believes in being…
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Peace is Vital
Many times you have learned that recovery is hard and sobriety is even harder. The truth is that sometimes you have to deal with though, is how much so-called friends or loved ones try to influence you to go out partying and drinking. One word becomes a sentence which becomes an idea, a story, an…
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Spot Your Emotions
Having a positive attitude, despite your feelings at the time can help you stay focused, while increasing your productivity at work and at home. However, a negative attitude will reflect badly on our fellow co-workers and our family members. The negative attitude will cause drama and cause friction between you and others, which will decrease…
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Learn New Habits
As you face another new day of sobriety, you will begin facing the same problems and issues which led you to pick up the drug of your choice or the bottle.These original problems didn’t disappear suddenly by your use of drugs or alcohol. Instead, you’re just self-medicating and masking the problem and creating more for…
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Love Can Make You Strong
Love is a powerful emotion that can make you feel strong and motivated. It can also inspire you to do great things. So, with that said, find out who loves in your life. You will need their constant support and motivation to help you reach your goals. Evaluate your loved ones and friends to see…
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Abiding in God’s Love
John 4:16, “So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.” Nancy Stoppe There are many times when I get off track regarding my actions, or feelings, or even understanding certain things.…
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Stay Away From Drama
You will struggle to find your new normal again while in recovery. This means establishing your own personal boundaries with friends and family. These new limits may cause a person to get angry. Always steer clear of all drama and negativity which is brought by toxic people. These types of people will bring drama right…
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Make Someone’s Day
Do you have extra time on your hands during the day? Are you retired or just have a little bit of free time on your hands? Did you know you can brighten someone’s day, just by stopping by to visit with them. No matter what city you live in, you can meet different senior citizens…
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You Don’t Look Sick
Have you been diagnosed with a invisible illness like a mental illness or digestive disorders? Do you ever find yourself having to constantly explain your illness to friends and family? Have you ever been told that you don’t look sick? An invisible illness is not seen by anyone, because it is happening on the inside…
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Look Out For Yourself
Try not to be hushed. Try not to let the statement of others when they see you or their fiendish decisions get to you. It’s extremely hard to face a daily reality such that you will not be decided by your past yet it isn’t inconceivable! What’s more, that is true. You are lovely. Indeed!…
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Be Proud of Yourself
Living sober is a reason to be proud! Start collecting every stone of anger, hurt, loss, and more. Begin building a stepping stone to your new future that your are now chasing. Take nothing for granted and hold your head up high, despite your mistakes. You have a beautiful future ahead of you. Chase Sobriety…
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Don’t Disrespect Yourself
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So, You Had A Bad Day?
Now what do you do with that statement? You have been beaten and bruised by life’s obstacles. Yet, your someone’s inspiration that you never knew was watching you. Then, suddenly someone actually says,” You’re a Warrior. Be proud!” Proud of what? You are now a survivor and your whole life changes again. However, you are learning…
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Reward Thy Self
As you take the big step towards fighting your addiction. You will face many challenges and setbacks that can frustrate you. Therefore, piclean a day once a month or even bi-weekly to reward yourself. Collect Something Pick something small and inexpensive or you will face a new problem. For example, I chose crystals and dragons…
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Rising Above The Pain
Everyday, you will face different types of issues, which will make you question your personal strength and your self-esteem. You will face people’s judgment, even though you are not doing anything that you have been accused of committing. Hold On To Sobriety Even close friends will tear you apart with their mean judgmental words they…
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Quieting the Storm Within
Written By, Crystal S. Kauffman-Amon As different issues arise throughout the day, you can begin to feel overwhelmed and stressed out over these annoying obstacles as they popup. Many times you may feel like you are being engulfed by a storm of emotions that are raging inside of your chest. However, you cannot allow yourself…
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Embrace Your Second Chance
Written By, Crystal S. Kauffman Everyone makes mistakes in life, especially when you are living with an active addiction of any kind. One misstep or bad choice will cause you to feel worthless to everyone around you. This is the exact time when you will need to embrace the friends and family member’s who love…
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Creating A New Tribe
Written By, Crystal S. Kauffman Congratulations on making it this far in your personal recovery and ever winding road to sobriety. Start planning a private celebration for you, because each and every new day is a wonderful milestone. Always acknowledge your personal milestones, as you keep moving forward and rebuilding you life. Rebuild our Life…
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Begin Rising Shattered Spirit
Any form of abusive relationships will bring some heartbreaking and yet real storms in your life, because your lover is the very person abusing you. This type of marriage or relationship will completely shatter your inner spirit and break your mind, while guiding you towards major depression. Remove Toxic Relationships Now, sex is nothing, conflict…
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Battle the Demons
Unfortunately, you will be dealing with powerful and painful emotions as you walk on the journey toward recovery and freedom from the chains of addictions. Feel free to look up support groups and communities online and offline, but find the support you will need to face the demon’s of addiction. Face Your Demons Start chasing…
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The Past Does Not Define You
Written By, Crystal S. Kauffman Lifestyle changes are hard and painful at first, but soon you will become stronger with each step you take. You are walking a new journey that will require you to push yourself beyond your personal comfort zone. Embrace the strength that you will unleash with each new step you face,…
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Find 5 Positive Things to Tell Yourself Daily
Each week, stop for a few moments to create a list of five positive things that are true about yourself or your character. Begin repeating these statements to yourself in the morning and repeat them as needed throughout the day. Create a List Especially, during the difficult moments when you begin feeling down about yourself.…
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Welcome to the First Day of Recovery
By, Crystal S. Kauffman, Staff Writer Congratulations, on finally deciding to admit that you absolutely need help to become sober. First and foremost, accept that you are a struggling addict, who is utterly powerless against this powerful demon. Did you know your story will inspire others that are struggling with addiction also. Honestly, you must…
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Control Your Own Life
By, Crystal S. Kauffman During recovery or even in everyday life, you are going to learn quickly that you will only able to control your own situations and circumstances. Honestly, you cannot control the way anyone else chooses to treat you. You can choose to stay away from any person, who hurts you and does…
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Change That Negative Energy…
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Sometimes, you don’t know how a certain situation is going to turn out, however you can begin preparing yourself mentally to face even the toughest of times. You can plan for it or just wing it, but sometimes nothing ever goes the way you need it too. People will doubt you,…
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Build A Life That You Love
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Changing your life can be extremely difficult with the many different temptations around you. Most of the time, you are far away from the temptation, but sometimes it can be right in your face. This temptation can actually be in the form of a person, who just happened to dropped by…
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Developing a Self-Care Plan
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Sometimes, you just have to learn how to take care of yourself and your needs to get strong and healthy again after dealing with addiction. You have to develop a strict self-care plan that includes a nutritious diet, exercise you can do, and caring for yourself as you break free from…
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Kick Rocks…
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Are you tired of everyone voicing their opinion about how you should live your life? Do they constantly jump to conclusions about every aspect of your life, yet they don’t call or come by your home? These foolish people assume that you waste your money on foolish things, instead of paying…
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Never Allow A Grudge To Win…
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Holding grudges can tear families apart for years. However, all a family can do is try to make amends and ask for forgiveness. Unfortunately, the other family member must want to bury the hatchet as well. If the other person does not want to let go of the past, then you…
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Keep Your Bullshit Away From Me…
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Do you get tired of competing with bullshit in other people’s head? Have they unfairly judged you, even though they don’t communicate or hang out with you? If so, tell that person to leave their bullshit right where they found it…in their own head! You don’t have time to reassure someone…
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You Will Beat This…
By, Crystal S. Kauffman You are going to get through the withdrawals and the cravings that haunt you, by admitting that you are powerless without God or your higher power. Admitting that you are weak against this battle will actually make you stronger. The battle against your old self and your new self is a…
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Be True To Yourself!
By, Crystal S Kauffman Never allow someone to tear you down or talk down to you, due to the mistakes you have made in the past or even recently. If you have tried to make amends, then you have done your part and you must let the situation go. Nothing you will do can change…
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Mental Health and the Thoughtless Words People Say
By, Crystal S Kauffman Do you ever get really upset with people who say thoughtless things when you are dealing with a mental illness symptoms like anxiety or mood changes? Sometimes, people mean well, but they end up hurting you with their own opinions which are not always factually based. For example, if you suffer…
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You Can be Redeemed!
By, Crystal S Kauffman Are you struggling with guilt because of your past addictions? Do you feel like after all you did that no one can honestly love or care about you? Well, no matter how far you were ensnared in addiction, you can be redeemed but you must try to make amends to those…
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One Moment at a Time…
By, Crystal S. Kauffman In recovery, I hear everyone say take it “One Day at a Time”, but the truth is that you must make it through each moment first. There are 60 minutes within an hour and you must make it through 24 hours each day. My personal belief is that you must make…
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Celebrate Your Sobriety
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Becoming sober is a difficult thing for a person who is living with and feeding their addition. Some people count the days and months that they have been in recovery. Be proud of making it to recovery, because many actually don’t make it to getting sober. You should celebrate you recovery…
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Changing Your Inner Circle
By, Crystal S. Kauffman Are you living with an addictive personality, but you are sober right now? If so, then you need to change some keys things in your life right now! Separate yourself from everyone that will help feed your addiction, as well as anyone who chooses to use drugs themselves. Chase your sobriety…
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