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Ways to Stick to Your Goals
Sticking to your goals can be challenging, but it’s all about commitment, planning, and resilience. Here are some key strategies: Copyright 2024 Crystal Amon
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Ways to Change Your Life
Changing your life often starts with making small, intentional shifts in habits, mindset, and actions. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, career development, or a lifestyle transformation, the key steps typically include: Copyright 2024 Crystal Amon
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No One Can Save You But You!
That’s a powerful statement! It emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and taking responsibility for your own happiness and growth. While support from others can be valuable, ultimately, it’s up to you to make the changes you want to see in your life. Here are a few ways to embrace that idea: What changes do you…
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Believe in Your Worth
Believing in your worth is foundational to building self-respect. Here are a few steps you can take to cultivate that belief: Which of these steps resonates with you? Copyright 2024 Crystal Amon
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How to Achieve Self Respect?
Achieving self-respect is a journey that involves self-awareness, self-acceptance, and intentional actions. Here are some steps to help you cultivate self-respect: Remember that building self-respect takes time and patience. Celebrate your progress along the way, and treat yourself with kindness. What steps do you think you might take first? Copyright 2024 Crystal Amon
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How to Handle Gossip?
Dealing with gossip can be tricky, but here are some strategies you can consider: Remember, while you can’t control what others say, you can control how you respond. How do you usually handle gossip when you encounter it? Copyright 2024 Crystal Amon
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Never Trust Someone’s Words
It’s perfectly valid to feel cautious about trusting others, especially if you’ve experienced betrayal or disappointment in the past. Words can sometimes be misleading, and actions often speak louder than intentions. Here are a few thoughts on navigating trust: It’s all about finding a balance between being cautious and allowing yourself to connect with others.…
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Never Get Too Attached
It’s understandable to feel hesitant about attachment, especially if past experiences have led to pain or disappointment. While forming connections with others can enrich our lives, it’s also important to maintain a healthy balance. Here are a few tips on how to navigate attachment without becoming overly reliant: It’s all about finding that balance between…
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You Will Never Make An Ungrateful Person Happy
That’s a tough situation! It can indeed be very challenging to make someone who is ungrateful feel happy or satisfied. Often, their negativity may stem from deeper issues that aren’t easily addressed by external actions or support. Sometimes, no matter how much effort you put in, it might not lead to the appreciation or happiness…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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
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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…
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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…
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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
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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!
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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…
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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…
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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 •…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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!
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Princess Crystal Says 