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A nostalgic reflection on the journey from blanket forts to lifelong outdoor appreciation Some of my fondest childhood memories are wrapped up in sleeping bags and woven through the canvas of backyard tents. Camping was more than just a summer pastime, it was a doorway to adventure, discovery, and family connection. Looking back, those early…
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Reflecting on When I Feel Most Productive and What Productivity Means Productivity is a word that gets thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean? For me, productivity isn’t just about getting things done. It’s about making meaningful progress toward my goals, both big and small. It’s that sense of flow when I’m…
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When is the last time you took a risk? How did it work out? I took a risk last Tuesday. I stayed, I packed up what’s important. Computer, papers, clothes, and my dogs. I packed the car with needed things to live and I stayed… I watched and waited, prepared but ready. Tonight the wildfires…
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This prompt today comes at a time when I have spent the last 24 hours in a state of nervousness. I live in Southeast Georgia, Brantley County. We are living in the midst of a growing wildfire epidemic. It has consumed over 3,500 acres and has taken about 50 homes from the people in my…
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For me, I come home… I open the gate, I drive my jeep inside, and close it. I am then at my “Wit’s End,” and here, there is no one to bother me further. I am greeted by my big mutt Jake, who loves me and is my gatekeeper, my porch sitter, and my walk…
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In the beginning, social media was a way to keep up and connect with old friends and family. Over the years, it has morphed away from its original intention. I have used it to meet writers, to share messages, wisdom, and the insanity of life. It became a place where I could help others and…
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On my mind, as dawn breaks and I open my eyes, is a whirlwind of thoughts, each tumbling into the next. The first thing I wonder is what time it is, then what day, and as I ask Alexa for answers, I shift in bed and prepare to start my routine. Today, my mind leaps…
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Remembering the People Who Touch My Life….. There’s something magical about the way I seem to connect with people wherever I go—at the store, at work, on a hike at the ark, or just walking the trail by the beach. I’m the kind of person who talks to everyone, and somehow, I keep meeting people…
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Reflecting on Past Choices and Growth… Looking back on my journey, one of the most impactful decisions I made was stepping out of my comfort zone to pursue a challenging opportunity. For me this happened in 1991, when I had an accident and was told I would never walk again… At the time, I was…
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Rambling on about Fear, History, and Humanity… When posed with the question, “What place in the world would I never want to visit?” my mind immediately begins to unravel a tapestry of thoughts and feelings rooted in history, personal experience, and a deep awareness of current events. It’s not simply about geography or culture; it’s…
Dirt Road Therapy 