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A Hilarious Take on Aging: Laugh Out Loud with These Sayings!
Get ready to chuckle and nod in agreement as we dive into a collection of hilarious sayings that put a humorous spin on the realities of aging. While the author remains a mystery, their wit shines through in these clever quips that perfectly capture the quirks and...
Enduring Friends: The Heartwarming Tale Behind Simon and Garfunkel’s “The Sounds of Silence”
“Hello darkness, my old friend…” We all know the iconic Simon & Garfunkel song, but do you know the amazing story behind the first line of The Sounds of Silence? It began 62 years ago, when Arthur “Art” Garfunkel, a Jewish kid from Queens, enrolled in Columbia...
Navigating Grief: Embracing the Messy Journey of Loss and Healing
In the tumultuous journey of grief, many of us find solace in shared experiences and profound insights that resonate with the depths of our souls. As I grapple with the overwhelming losses of my mother, father, and sister, compounded by the challenges of a world in...
Healing Bonds: The Power of Forgiveness in Mother-Daughter Relationships
Forgiveness can be so hard, especially when it comes to seeing the human reality of our moms. The importance of healing with your mother cannot be overstated. While forgiveness may not be universally necessary or appropriate in every mother-daughter relationship, it...
Embrace Your Power: A Daily Reminder to Bloom into Your Best Self
Life is so short and every day can challenge you to choose to live your best life. It all comes down to what you choose on a daily basis. This writing inspired us, to inspire you. Enjoy. "Sometimes we are on the verge of blossoming into a thousand flowers. But we...
Finding Peace in Farewells: A Gentle Guide Through Grief
In those last moments when we bid farewell to a loved one, below are some gentle words of wisdom to offer a beacon of solace and understanding. In Sarah Kerr's heartfelt words, she invites us to pause, breathe, and embrace the sacredness of the transition. Let's...
Bluey’s Lesson: Parenting, Perspective, and the Cone of Shame
If you have kids or grandkids, you’re pretty familiar with Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad. This post about a specific Bluey is phenomenal. Created by The Occuplaytional Therapist on Facebook, we had to share this gem. Enjoy. Muffin Cone There’s an episode of Bluey called...
Remembering Andy Rooney: Reflecting on Life’s Lessons and Rooneyisms
Best known for his weekly broadcast "A Few Minutes with Andy Rooney,” Andy amassed a large following with his profound and often funny “Rooneyisms.” We definitely missed those days after he passed in 2011, a month after he retired at the age of 92. Please enjoy Andy’s...
Warrior Moms: Navigating Childhood Cancer with Strength and Love
Life comes with so many joys AND challenges, doesn’t it? Imagine what it would be like to be that mom coping with a child facing cancer. You may know that mom. You may even be that mom, right now. This breathtakingly, beautifully written article shares the realities...
Why Dogs Are More Than ‘Just a Pet’
Dogs beautifully capture the profound bond of what happens between humans and our furry companions. In this heartfelt piece from 1965 by Richard Biby, he beautifully shares why a dog is never just a dog. Enjoy. Just a Dog From time-to-time people tell me “chill out,...