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Wrinkles Don’t Matter (At Least Not These Ones)
There’s a quiet kind of rebellion that happens in adulthood, and for me, it started with a fitted sheet. The other night I was flipping through a magazine—yes, an actual, physical magazine—and came across an ad for these little clips… Continue reading
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When There’s No Fix (And That Drives Me Nuts)
Something came up at work recently that really made me think about a part of myself that can be a flaw: my need to fix things.Here’s the thing no one really prepares you for when you step into management: you… Continue reading
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The Never-Ending Quest for “Just a Little Bit Happier” ☕🐦
Somewhere along the way, many of us picked up this idea that happiness is something we’re supposed to find. Like it’s hiding behind the next promotion, the next house project, the next vacation, or the next thing we order online… Continue reading
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Cabin Fever, Pneumonia, and Finally a Beach🏖️
I started writing a blog back in July of 2025. At the time, I was really excited about it. I had ideas, motivation, and the determination to actually stick with something creative just for myself. For a while, I did… Continue reading
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Part 3 – The (Hopefully) Final Chapter of the Great Tank Saga
Subtitle: From Bacteria Battles to Fishy Friendships Well, here we are… The third (and fingers crossed, final) chapter in what I’ve come to call The Great Tank Saga. For those of you who’ve been along for the whole ride, thank… Continue reading
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Thelma vs. The Wall: A True Story of Survival…
Let me tell you about Thelma. Now, Thelma is technically our dog, but emotionally and spiritually, she belongs to my husband. She tolerates me. Like… she appreciates that I open doors and provide snacks, but she’s made it clear I’m… Continue reading
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🧡 Finding Friendship in the Middle
Last week, I was on vacation—a lovely blend of work, relaxation, and family time in Montana. There’s something so comforting about visiting family, especially the kind you can just talk to about anything, even if it’s been nearly a year… Continue reading
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The Short Sequel to the Fish Tank Saga…
Alright, gather ‘round fellow fish enthusiasts (or innocent bystanders who are now invested in my underwater soap opera). Buckle up — this next chapter might tug at the heartstrings a bit, but I promise it’s not all doom and gloom!First,… Continue reading
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A Little Goodbye to Chicken Nugget — Our Fancy Tail Friend
Oh my gosh — what a morning. And all of it before coffee. So, recently our goldfish tank has come down with ich. For those of you who, like me, were blissfully unaware of fish diseases a few months ago,… Continue reading
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Scammers, Spam & Gut Feelings: A Midlife Survival Guide
Have you ever sat back and wondered: Why do some people have to be so downright mean? Seriously — why spend your life figuring out ways to steal what someone else has worked so hard to earn?This is more than… Continue reading
The Jaded Mother 