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  • Is Something Weighing You Down?

    Recognizing when it’s time to let go can be challenging, but there are several signs that can help guide your decision. One key indicator is if the situation or relationship consistently brings you more stress than joy. You might also notice patterns of recurring negativity or if you find yourself ruminating on the same thoughts…

  • Letting Go

    Letting go can be a very effective strategy! It allows you to release the weight of negativity and focus on what truly matters. This can involve acknowledging your feelings without letting them control you, practicing mindfulness, or finding closure through healthy outlets like journaling or talking it out with a trusted friend. Sometimes, simply reminding…

  • Don’t Let Negativity Stop Your Progress

    That’s a powerful mindset! Negative words, whether they come from others or even from within ourselves, can be discouraging and can hinder our progress. It’s essential to build resilience against negativity. One strategy is to remind yourself of your strengths and achievements. Surrounding yourself with supportive people who uplift you can also make a significant…

  • Ignoring Red Flags Will Cost You Later

    That’s a crucial topic! Ignoring red flags can lead to unhealthy relationships and potentially harm your emotional well-being. Red flags can manifest as behaviors or patterns that indicate deeper issues, such as lack of respect, poor communication, or manipulation. It’s important to recognize these signs early on. Open communication about one’s feelings and concerns can…

  • People Who Love You Will Care About How You feel

    Absolutely! People who truly care about you will be mindful of your feelings and make an effort to ensure you feel valued and supported. Love and care often manifest in actions that prioritize your emotional well-being. This creates a foundation of trust and understanding in relationships. Conversely, if someone consistently dismisses your feelings or concerns,…

  • Never Tell Your Business

    That’s an interesting perspective. Keeping personal matters private can help protect your boundaries and prevent misunderstandings. Sometimes sharing too much can lead to unwanted advice or judgment, which can further complicate situations. However, it’s also important to have trusted individuals with whom you can share your thoughts and feelings, as this can provide support and…

  • Holding Anger Hurts You Not Them

    That’s very true. Holding on to anger can create emotional and physical stress, which may affect your overall well-being. It often keeps you tied to negative experiences, preventing you from moving forward and finding peace. Letting go of anger, while challenging, can be liberating and lead to healing. It allows you to focus on more…

  • Be Someone’s Priority

    That’s a thought-provoking question. Being someone’s priority can create a deep sense of connection and fulfillment, but it’s also important to ensure that the relationship is mutual. If you find yourself consistently feeling undervalued or unimportant, it may be worth considering whether that relationship aligns with your needs. On the other hand, moving on can…

  • Dogs Want Your Company

    That’s so true! Dogs have an incredible way of showing unconditional love and companionship. Their loyalty and affection can bring so much joy and comfort to our lives. Spending time with a dog can be therapeutic—they’re great listeners and always seem to know when you need a little extra love. Do you have a dog…

  • How to Handle Guilt Over Not Visiting People?

    Absolutely! It’s important to remember that prioritizing your own well-being and needs is not something to feel guilty about. If visiting someone feels overwhelming or simply doesn’t fit into your current circumstances, it’s perfectly okay to say no. Here are a few tips to handle these situations: Ultimately, remember that taking care of yourself is…

  • Maintain Healthy Boundaries

    Maintaining healthy boundaries is essential for protecting your emotional and mental well-being. Here are some strategies that can help: Have you found any methods that work particularly well for you in maintaining your boundaries? Copyright 2024 Crystal Amon

  • Never Force Yourself Into Someone’s life!

    That’s a thoughtful perspective! Forcing your importance or beliefs onto someone else can lead to feelings of resentment and conflict. It’s often more effective to share your thoughts and values openly while respecting others’ autonomy and choices. Encouraging dialogue rather than imposing views allows for mutual understanding and respect. Do you have experiences or situations…

  • Do Your Actions Reflect on Others?

    Absolutely, our actions can have a significant impact on others. How we treat people, the choices we make, and the attitudes we display can influence those around us in both positive and negative ways. A simple act of kindness can uplift someone’s day, while negative behavior can create tension or hurt feelings. It’s important to…

  • True Friends

    True friends are those who stand by you through thick and thin. They know you inside and out, accept you for who you are, and support you unconditionally. It’s a bond built on trust, loyalty, and shared experiences. Do you have any particular memories with your true friends that stand out to you? Copyright 2024…

  • Actions Speak the Truth

    That’s a great perspective! Actions do often convey our true intentions and feelings more clearly than words. When we act with kindness, it shows that we genuinely care about others. This can help build trust and strengthen relationships. Have you experienced a situation where someone’s actions spoke louder than their words? Copyright 2024 Crystal Amon

  • Separating My Birds

    One of my birds is biting and bullying Wicca and me, so I separated their cages from near each other. Now, everyone seems happy with their new locations. We cleaned both of the cages and rearranged the front living room. Hopefully, this will calm things down between the birds. I will post an update eventually!

  • What is Social Temptation?

    “Social temptation” refers to the pull or desire to engage in behaviors or activities that are influenced by social dynamics, especially when they may contradict personal values, preferences, or long-term goals. It often occurs in group settings, where peer pressure, social norms, or the desire for acceptance can lead individuals to act in ways they…

  • What is Peer Groups?

    Peer groups are social groups consisting of individuals who are usually of similar age, background, and social status. These groups provide members with the opportunity to share experiences, form relationships, and develop a sense of belonging. Peer groups are particularly important during adolescence, as they influence behaviors, attitudes, social development, and identity formation. However, peer…

  • What is Sober Living?

    Sober living homes, also known as sober houses or halfway houses, are transitional living environments for individuals recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. They provide a supportive, substance-free environment that helps people maintain sobriety after completing an inpatient rehab program or while attending outpatient treatment. Key Features of Sober Living Homes: 1. Substance-Free Environment •…

  • Support for Addiction to Narcotics

    A support system for individuals dealing with narcotic addiction or abuse typically involves multiple components to address both physical and psychological needs. Here are the key elements that can form such a system: 1. Medical Support • Detoxification: A medically supervised detox helps manage withdrawal symptoms and safely remove narcotics from the system. • Medication-Assisted…

  • Understanding Depression and Lack of Motivation: Causes, Effects, and Coping Strategies

    Introduction Depression is a complex mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can manifest in various ways, including persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a profound lack of energy or motivation. These symptoms can make even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming, leading to a cycle that can be hard to break. This…

  • The Power of Love and Respect in Relationships

    Introduction In the intricate web of human relationships, two pillars stand tall: love and respect. These twin forces are essential for the health and longevity of any relationship, whether it be romantic, familial, or platonic. While love brings warmth, connection, and emotional depth, respect offers a foundation of mutual regard and understanding. Together, they create…

  • You Did Your Best: A Reflection on Effort and Resilience

    In the hustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook the effort we’ve poured into our pursuits. The world often measures success in terms of outcomes—grades, promotions, accolades—but what about the journey? What about the countless hours spent, the nights you stayed up thinking about how to solve a problem, the determination to push through…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Three Ways to Reduce Anxiety

    We are going to talk about tips and scientific tricks to feel calm and relaxed. The most effective ways to sustain long-term feelings of peace and calm are breathing techniques, music, and meditation. 1. Breathing Techniques When feeling stressed out, try calming yourself down by taking deep breaths and relaxing each muscle group. Deep breathing…

  • 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…

  • 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.…

  • Be Kind But Set Limits

    Remember to do unto others as you want done to you. This is hard once you’ve been hurt by someone. Especially when they do you wrong or betray you without any remorse.  As my best friend once said, “Two wrongs don’t make a right.” He was right because despite their actions, you should never retaliate…

  • 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!…

  • 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…

  • Find a Hobby

    Find a new hobby that will help you control your demons while allowing you to take back your life. Start by looking in your own church, AA group, NA group, or local clubs. There are many different types of clubs and hobbies to chose from. Find a Partner Take time to ask different friends for…

  • Don’t Disrespect Yourself

  • You Are Beautiful Too

    You are beautiful and you need to see that. There are still so many beautiful parts of you that are yet to be explored. See it this way; you grew up in a certain community all your life but when you’re on the internet you get the chance to see other beautiful places in the…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Changing Your Inner Circle

    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…

  • Change is Hard, But it is Necessary!

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman Many times in your life, you will need to evaluate the people who are in your life and their actual value to your life. You will need to ask yourself some important questions about their true character, before you hang out with them for even a moment.Remember, cut ties with any…

  • On The Road to Recovery

    Ok, everything you; once loved or cared about is gone! Are you going to lay in bed and cry, while the rest of the world moves on without you? Sometimes, through our bad choices in life we become toxic to others and they decide to remove themselves from our lives to save their own sanity,…

  • One Day….

  • Falling in Love

    Why don’t you build up your future wife? Never tell her you will walk out her life?  Any moment you disagree or get mad? Never intentionally make her feel bad.  She is nothing important and it shows, The daily comments hurt and you know. Help her achieve a better way,  Instead of just walking away.…

  • New Glasses

  • My Girl

  • Collect Something Special

    Do you collect something special each month that you stay sober? If so, please share in the comments what your collecting and why? Honestly, I would love to know about your own collections and possible gifts you reward yourself with for staying sober. My Collection Plus, I also collect dragons as well since I adore…

  • Miss You Mom

    Today, I am a mess due to finally allowing myself to grieve. I miss calling you and you calling me as well. I want to stop by and see you but your not there anyone. I hope your dancing in heaving, but remember to say hi to everyone else too. I miss them so much…

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  • My Tree

  • Holiday Spots Are Open

    Book Now to reserve a spot with Crystal! Available services locally in Jacksonville Florida and surrounding areas. Pet sitting Doggie Daycare Dog walking Drop in visits House Sitting Crystal now has several spots open this holiday season. She has several references upon request. (Call or Text) Crystal 9044765622 to reserve your spot today for any…

  • My Babygirl, Tidbit

    Thanks for stopping by, Crystal Check out my books of poetry and my collection of children short stories.

  • Saving $150 on My Lights

    This month, I saved $150 on my lights by using simple, yet easy ideas that I incorporated into my routine every morning. I was spending $300 a month on my lights before August 2021, but in August I saved $150. I keep off the lights during the day and open my blinds instead, which allows…

  • Becoming Dragon Strong

    My own personal journey with aggressive experimental cervical cancer treatment in 2003 initially caused the disability with my legs and back. Since then, treatment saved my life, yet I have been experiencing chronic pain and a balance issue. Also, I have Neuropathy in my feet, which has caused falls and has caused me to break…

  • My Accident and Heartbreaking Loss

    Today, it has been an entire month, since I broke my leg in a serious fall on Feb 28, 2021. My original disability involves difficulty walking, which ended up being the actual reason that I broke my right leg. Suddenly, I lost my ability to drive and my job which was delivering orders and food…

  • Mental Health: The Untreatables and How to Support Us

    For those of us with untreatable mental health issues one of the biggest problems we face is our friends and family meaning well and wanting to help but not really understanding. I want to give you some insight from my first hand experience with being mentally ill and chronically misunderstood. First, just because we put…

  • Devastating End to 27-Year-Old Mystery

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman, Staff Writer   Minnesota officials has finally learned what had happened to the 11-year-old, Jacob Wetterling, who was abducted on October 22, 1989 from St. Joseph. According to StarTribune, Jacob was riding home from a convenience store with his brother and his best friend when a masked gunman forced Jacob into…

  • Hello Again…Updates

    I haven’t been writing lately, due to unforeseen circumstances in my life. I am back and writing when I can, between the many real life obligations I have. I hope everyone has been well and I pray that each person has experienced many blessings over the time I have been away. My latest blessing was…

  • Update on My Momma

    Update on My Momma

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman, Staff Writer Most of my followers know that I had moved in with my mother, in order to help her because she has health problems like I do. Recently, after 6 years of living together, my mom became unable to care for herself and began falling a lot. So, she has…

  • Saying Goodbye to My Fur-Brother: Gizmo “Old Man”

    Saying Goodbye to My Fur-Brother: Gizmo “Old Man”

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman, Staff Writer   Tomorrow, I will be saying goodbye to my “Old Man”.  Gizmo was my Fur-Brother for over 15 years or more. He has been with my family for his whole life, but due to moving and new landlord issues. I had to make a heart breaking decision to re-home…

  • Meet Some Special Orphans Who Need Sponsors

    Meet Some Special Orphans Who Need Sponsors

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman, Staff Writer Meet a Volunteer: Kakande Muhamad I am Kakande Muhamad and I am a volunteer, who is running the Reallife Orphanage Home. I am a native thirty-two-year-old, who is currently caring for twenty children. Additionally, I am working with several volunteers to care for these lovely children. Some of these…

  • Police and Family are Desperately Seeking: Gina “Michelle” Ennis

    Police and Family are Desperately Seeking: Gina “Michelle” Ennis

    Jacksonville, FL. /February 1, 2016-A woman with severe brain injury is missing and has been for over six months now. The family is praying that she will come home soon, so they are trying to get the word out about her disappearance with pictures to share on Facebook and other social media venues. According to…

  • Coming Home

    Coming Home

    By, Crystal S Kauffman, Staff Writer You’re the one I look to when my life falls apart, You have had me in your hands from the start. My life was bleak when I decided to move away, So today, I come back home to you and here I will stay. I know you will accept…

  • The Girl Who Holds My Heart

    The Girl Who Holds My Heart

    By, David Wahlstrom / Guest Blogger She is as pretty as can be and I bet she knows it, I try to be her friend but I feel like I’m going to blow it. When I see her smile it means a lot, Sometimes it feels like she is all I got. Her hair is…

  • Anniversary of a Dream

    Anniversary of a Dream

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman Staff Writer Missing the moments we spent, Wondering where the time went. Time has passed without a glance, Sometimes, I wish I took that chance. On our anniversary of the day we met, I can’t help but wonder if I will ever forget. The love we shared so long ago, I…

  • Bonnie Lynn Pasciuto Haim: Missing Since 1993

    Bonnie Lynn Pasciuto Haim: Missing Since 1993

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman, Staff Writer Recently, the Bonnie Lynn Pasciuto Haim missing person’s case took a drastic turn, when a skull was found by a construction crew. According to News4Jax.com, the police were dispatched on Dec 14, 2014, to the backyard of the home Bonnie shared with her husband Michael Haim, when the construction…

  • Bobbi Kristina Brown: A Family Divided

    Bobbi Kristina Brown: A Family Divided

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman, Staff Writer Sunday- July 26th, 2015- According to AFP, Bobbi Kristina Brown died at age 22, after being found unconscious in her bathtub at her Roswell, GA. Home. She was found submerged face down in her bath tub on January 21st, 2015, by Nick Gordon and Max Lomas. No one is…

  • Surprise…It’s Family Day

    Surprise…It’s Family Day

    Today, I got to hang out with my youngest niece and nephew for several hours yesterday. I had a wonderful time with them, as we played and spent quality time together. We were missing a few kids and adults, but we made the most of the time we had together. I couldn’t believe how much…

  • Caring for your Aging Loved Ones

    Caring for your Aging Loved Ones

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman, Staff Writer Parents are an enormous part of a child’s life, as they begin to grow into adulthood. Soon, their children begin growing up and starting their own families. This causes them to become less dependent on their parents, due to their new found responsibilities. Unfortunately, this can create loneliness in…

  • Remembering a Loved one

    Remembering a Loved one

    By, Crystal S. Kauffman, Staff Writer Do you ever think of me? Are your truly happy and free? I am weak and sad tonight, Embrace me with your heavenly light. My heart is empty and blue, Everyday is painful without you. The cancer took you away, I miss you in every way. You suffered and…

  • Wings of Hope Project: The New Patient Bags

    Wings of Hope Project: The New Patient Bags

    Do you have different books lying around your house that may uplift someone’s spirit? The books must be in good condition that you would like to give away. Currently, the Laugh at Cancer Support Community has started to collect books, in order to give them out to a local cancer center in Jacksonville, FL. We…

  • Review of The Face on the Milk Carton-By, Caroline B. Cooney

    Review of The Face on the Milk Carton-By, Caroline B. Cooney

    The Face on the Milk Carton By, Caroline B. Cooney Jane “Janie” Johnson was a fifteen-year-old sophomore in high school. She was a happy-go-lucky tenth grader, who had several close friends and a boyfriend/neighbor Reeve. Additionally, she loved her life as it was, but everything changed one day at lunch. She grabbed her friend’s milk…

  • My Mission to Save My Childhood Home

    My Mission to Save My Childhood Home

    About a year ago, my husband and I began working on an endeavor that would challenge us financially, emotionally, and spiritually in many ways that we had never dreamed were possible. We felt we did the right thing, but every now again we question if it was truly worth it to save the home I…

  • Build an Illness Support System

    Build an Illness Support System

    Have you recently been diagnosed with a chronic disease or medical condition? Are you looking for a support group, online or locally, to find a shoulder to lean on? There are several types of support groups to choose from, no matter what condition or disease you have. Many groups offer individual help in a local…

  • End of Life Communication

    End of Life Communication

    Recently, I learned that my grandfather has terminal cancer, which has invaded his body in several places. First of all, I was stunned and numbed, by the grave news and the thought of him dying. Basically, he raised me most of my life, so I am very close to him. I couldn’t cry at first,…

  • Making Math Fun

    Making Math Fun

    Did you know that your children can learn to master math, by doing simple everyday tasks? As your child interacts with their parent, they learn many new things. These basic skills are essential for their social and intellectual development. One of the most important things for your children to learn… is how to count! Then,…

  • Grandpa’s Sweetheart

    Grandpa’s Sweetheart

    RIP: Ray L. Amon/Grandpa As a young girl, I met my Grandpa on my dad’s side of the family. For those of you who don’t know Ray C. Amon adopted me and my two brothers, as his legal children when he signed our birth certificates. So, legally he is our father and I reconnected with…

  • Ana’s Stand-Cover Reveal

    My First Novel!!!! Ana’s Stand will available in Kindle, Nook, e-book format, or paperback version on Feb 1st, 2015. I will provide links, once they become available. About Ana’s Stand: This is an inspirational yet dramatic story about Ana, an African American teenage girl, who took a stand against school violence. Ana and her best friend…

  • Information About My Novel “Ana’s Stand”

    I am so excited! My first novel Ana’s Stand will be out on Feb. 1st, 2015. I will need everyone’s help to get the word out about my new novel. I will post the book cover, once it has been made available. Ana’s Stand will available in e-book format or paperback version. I am so thankful for everyone’s…

  • Christmas Memories: Random Acts of Kindness

    When asked what my favorite Christmas memory might be..The answer might astonish a few… By, Suzie See- Guest Blogger I was just shy of my 16th birthday and it was two days before Christmas, when fire raged through my family home and burned everything we owned — including the Christmas tree and gifts. Now this…

  • Wings of Hope Project-Dec. 2014

    Wings of Hope Project-Dec. 2014

    Wings of Hope Project has started on November 1st, 2014. We will be giving out patient bags to the Shands Infusion Center for Women in Jacksonville, FL. After they are told they have cancer, the patients will receive one of our bags that will let them know that there is some out there that cares about them. Our…

  • A Father’s Love

    This is so beautiful and whenever I seen it this morning on a friend’s Facebook post. All I could say was, “Wow!” I don’t know the story behind this family or how the child died. I can’t read the date of birth or date death for Matthew Stanford Robinson. I read that his father wanted…

  • Eyes Like Me

    Staring at an image of your face, My brother was born in first place. Looking at the image of me, It is my twin brother I see. Eyes with the same shape as mine, My brother is the only link to a time. Mistakes we both have made, Built up hate and anger replaces the…

  • A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 7)

    Today, Dolly brought home new stuff from the neighbors like: cabinets, trinkets, and lots of Christmas stuff. Mandy washed the laundry and straightened up her half of the house, as she always does during the day. The kitchen was piled with boxes and Dolly’s room was piled up with boxes too, but Mandy tried to…

  • A Glimpse into My Family’s Lives

    We miss you papa and granny. This is my memorial to you and the generations of family that you both helped to create in your 49 years together. We love you! I hope you are dancing together in heaven. Please subscribe to my channel to see more videos from me. Thanks for reading and watching!

  • A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 5)

      “Here do you want this?” Dolly snidely asked.   “What is it?” Mandy answered inquisitively.   Mandy instantly knew that her mother was in a bad mood today, but she was surprised when she saw the little black box she was holding. She took the little black box that her mother had given her and she…

  • A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 4)

    This morning, when Mandy woke up, she found her mother passed out in her wheelchair with a large box of papers in front of her. She tried squeezing by Dolly without waking her up, but she was unable to make it around her wheelchair and the boxes that she has stacked up next to one…

  • A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 3)

      “Here do you want this?” Dolly snidely asked. “What is it?” Mandy answered inquisitively. Mandy instantly knew that her mother was in a bad mood today, but she was surprised when she saw the little black box she was holding. She took the little black box that her mother had given her and she…

  • A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding (Chapter 2)

    Dolly spent another day sorting through her boxes of stuff, but Mandy can’t tell whether there has been progress or not. Unfortunately, all Dolly has done is created a trail to everywhere that she needs need to go. Kyle has to move boxes, in order for Mandy to get in the dressing room or to get…

  • A Family’s Struggle with Hoarding

    “Living with a hoarder or someone who piles stuff in boxes, can affect your whole life and can be very overwhelming for someone with your physiological conditions.” Doctor Tater stated right before their counseling session was over   “I know, but at this time I cannot move out or away from the home, because of my…

  • Touched by Cancer Again

      I want to tell you about my beloved Uncle Chris, who is the only uncle that I have ever known throughout my life. He helped take care of me and my twin brother Thomas, as we grew into young children. To me, he is and always will be my favorite person, to hang out…

  • Blanket of Hope Project Has Been Canceled

     After careful thought and consideration, we have decided to cancel our yearly “Blankets of Hope Project”, due to lack of donations and volunteers. Thank you to all who have helped make this project a success for over five years now. Through this project, we have helped many patients and their families, whether at cancer clinic’s…

  • Oh No…My Mommy Has Cancer!

        “Shh!” Molly whispered to her little brother Drake, who is four-years-old. “Don’t wake up Mommy! She just got home from the hospital.”Kevin reminded them. Molly stated “Mommy is sick and seems to sleep a lot lately.” “I know but your mother is very sick. Sleep helps her body to heal.” Kevin explained Molly…

  • Laugh at Cancer Support Community has Reopened on Ning!

    We Are Back! I am trusting God and reopening the Laugh at Cancer Support Community at Ning.com, due to request from Facebook for a private community. The support community will have a new web address http://laughatcancer.ning.com and all are welcome to join us. Come join us is our mission to offer encouragement, laughter, inspiration, and…

  • My Angel Abigail

              I met my beloved puppy, who I named Abigail on my fourteenth birthday after her mother Brandie gave birth to her on my bedroom floor. She was a golden-red German Shepherd, Chow, and Akita mix puppy. She was so tiny that she fit in the palm of my hand, yet she was such a…

  • The Big Red Monster

    After school, I jumped off the yellow school bus and raced my brother home. I couldn’t wait to go see the “Big Red Monster” sitting in grandpa’s garage.. “The racecar is almost ready” stated Papa. My granddad and my uncle were sitting at the table enjoying a cup of coffee, as I raced off to…

  • Parents Stop Breaking Your Teenager’s Spirit

    Parents stop berating and yelling at your teenager, because you are destroying your child’s self-esteem more harm. Don’t curse at your teenager, instead give the teenager respect and you will find that they will begin to respect you as well. Be clear in your communication when saying yes and no, this way you are not…

  • Good Parenting Can Lead Teenagers to Make Positive Choices

     As a mother of two teenagers, I have learned that you should never berate or speak down to your children or teenagers. Instead, I encouraged both of my teenagers to strive for anything they wanted to do. My daughter and my son lived with their father and step-mom for various reasons, one being that they…

  • My Son is Moving!!!

    My son DJ has been a constant jewel in my life, but he is about to set off on an adventure with his father and step-mother. I am sad but happy that he leaving to a whole new town. He will be far away from me and I will miss him so much, yet I know that his…

  • Our Vacation Last Month

    My husband and I after swimming in Lake Lindsey Grace in Screven, Ga. We had a wonderful time together and hanging out with my special friends from church. We spent time swimming together and my husband helped our friend fix stuff at her house. Additionally, we went out to eat and enjoyed the company of my…

  • My Journey to Eating Healthier

    Before you decide to eat healthier, you must be willing to change your eating habits for the rest of your life. I learned first to read the nutrition label on all foods, thanks to a special friend that has been helping me with tips and ideas. I spent years eating the wrong portion sizes and…

  • A Little Glimpse into Jean Plyler’s Life

    Jean E. Plyler of 8048 Park City Dr. in Jacksonville, FL, died on May 29, 2013. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. She was born on April 24, 1936 and she lived most of her life in Jacksonville, FL.She was preceded in death by her husband of…

  • My Grandma’s Disguise…

    I want to honor her with this poem today, Since, she loved me in her own special way. She didn’t receive an award for taking care of us, However, she never complained or made a fuss. Never did she get angry or begin to swear, Whenever, I need her, she was always there. Because, she…

  • Alzheimer’s, Memory and Emotions

    By, David M. Gillespie (Guest Blogger) During 2009, 2010, I worked as an advocate for residents of long term care communities such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities. This experience brought me close to many people suffering from Alzheimer’s. Several years ago, my own father –in-law died from a similar disease. I learned first…