Fighting off the grim reaper yet again

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So…how do you act when you get bad news? Ride with your emotions? Blubber all over the place? Try to keep a stiff upper lip? Not sure what to do? Yeah, me too. We got bad news last week. Someone … Continue reading

Uninvited guests

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Yesterday was my family reunion. There is a sadness on the day after an event. Perhaps it’s a sense of letdown after all the anticipation. Maybe it’s knowing that it won’t happen again for another year and everything might be … Continue reading

Surgery 101! (or is there really sex in the supply room?)

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I am attending a mini-surgery class. Did that frighten you? It should! I could be a surgeon! I would make a great surgeon except for the people part and the nasty body fluids. I like the problem-solving aspect of the job. … Continue reading

Fiber is the question and whole grains is the answer

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I went to the doctor last week for my yearly routine “wellness” exam. Have you ever noticed that you feel better as soon as you make “the appointment?” All those little aches and pains that you want to ask about … Continue reading

Life and death – the outliving wars!

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Yesterday the beloved husband said the most romantic thing. He said, “I hope you outlive Jake.” Jake is our cat. Of course he doesn’t want to share me with anyone, not even a cat! So sweet. Maybe. There is more … Continue reading

An early gift from Scrooge

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The sun finally came out after 40 days and 40 nights of gloom and I was perking up. My holiday spirit was starting to appear. Then I got an email from a good friend. She was scheduled for a needle … Continue reading