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🌙 The Still of the Night
There is something special about the stillness of the night. When the world becomes quiet, the phones stop ringing, the day’s responsibilities have come to an end, and there is finally a moment to simply be. I find a certain kind of peace in those quiet hours. The stillness gives me an opportunity to slow down and listen—not necessarily to the sounds around me, but to the thoughts and feelings within me. Sometimes, in the quiet of the night, I find myself reflecting on my day. What am I grateful for? What made me smile? Who did I think about today? What blessings did I perhaps overlook? And sometimes, I…
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Embracing the Golden Years
The Golden Years are a time of life often characterized by freedom, wisdom, and the opportunity to enjoy the fruits of decades of hard work and life experiences. However, for some of us the “Golden Years” don’t seem to be that golden. I, for one, find myself coming out of my yearly physical with an order for additional bloodwork, referral to a specialist (or two), an order for radiology and follow-up appointments. Sometimes it feels that all my husband and I do is go to doctors’ appointments and it feels so overwhelming! Our biggest challenge right now is trying to eat healthy and eliminating sugar as much as possible because…
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Embracing Serenity in Chaotic Times
Embracing serenity in chaotic times can be challenging, but it is possible with some intentional practices. Here are some suggestions:
