Sandwich Generation - Stop, Seek Help and Plan

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If you are in your 40's or 50's, "sandwiched" between providing care and finances for your children and caring for your aging parents then you are a member of the Sandwich Generation. Sandwiches are being added to the platter at a rapid pace.…

A Societal Shift of Epic Proportions

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I am going to share a burden that has been on my heart with love, respect, and gentleness. Something concerns me greatly as I look at society today. We live in a Twittered, Face booked, "my views only"society where if you do not agree with…

I am a Child of the Sea…I grew up fishing and enjoying my "Lazy Hazy Crazy Days of Summer”.

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Hello Everyone!  I'm sorry about my long Hiatus...   We have all been preparing for Doreen's anxiously awaited  Book!  (www.ifiknewthenbook.com) Summer’s here and it’s time to think.  The fact that you'll be showing more skin, and…

Go Yankees

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In light of all the superstar players placed on the disabled list for the New York Yankees, it is a wonder that they are doing as well as they are-or is it? What it really comes down to is a combination of great managing and commitment on the…

Why are we here?

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Meet my Gregory.  He's my oldest child -- just turned 21.  This photo was taken at our celebration of his birthday.  I have two other children, Nicholas (18) and Jacquelyn (17).  So... 21 years (and 9+ months ago) I said to my husband, are…

Responsibility

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As a woman, all my life, I've coddled and placated people when things haven't gone right for them, saying things like, "I understand”, or “I know how hard it is". Until today.  I have reached my limit for being able to listen to the blame…

"It's not a problem, only an inconvenience"

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I have to admit it.  My husband, Jim, is the smartest person I know. We've been married since 1988 and together since 1983.  He's always been there.  My rock.  The guy who puts up with me and my crazy ideas.  Although he still cringes…

The Serenity Prayer - A Challenge

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Did you ever wonder where the Serenity Prayer came from or what the intention was when it was written?  I googled and found this on a website  http://www.thevoiceforlove.com/serenity-prayer.html  and I have reposted, as follows: Serenity…

Foster Bold Dreams, Bolder Actions

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I've been reading The Everyday Entrepreneur written by Rob Basso.  Chapter 5 was one in which I found myself reflecting on things I have been working on or thinking about, and wanted to share. The chapter started off with pensive statements…