The Stories
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Brave Enough
Okinawa, Japan (2008). A petite, 14 year-old Japanese girl and her two best friends walk to the ice cream shop on the way home from football (soccer) practice after school. Her thoughts are on today’s homework assignment – a long one, as always from her strict...
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Seek Joy – What Does That Really Mean, Anyway?
Before I begin, I need to disclose that I really do have a blessed life that I’m very grateful for. I have an A-Mazing (hot) husband, 2 incredible energetic little kiddos, a home that I love, family…
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Moving Beyond the Irritated Oyster
One of the most powerfully symbolic gemstones comes from the byproduct of an irritated oyster. The pearl takes irritation and turns it into a magnificent symbol of purity and…
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Anxiety-Schmanxiety, Why Me?
I have struggled with anxiety my whole life. I have read every article, book and pamphlet in the doctor’s office waiting room and online. I understand anxiety. I understand how to cope with it. I understand that many share this struggle with me. What I don't...
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