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Meet Cute #3: The Protector
Have you ever met someone that makes you feel safe and secure? This safety and security allows you to let down your guard and, well, cry ugly snot-nosed tears beside them while sailing…
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In My Skin, I Am Capable
Welcome, the one and only Kelly Johnson to the blog this week! She’s my little sister that’s taller, and often times braver than me. Kelly is a ballet dancer and so much more!…
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In My Skin, I Am Free
Welcome my friend & mentor Priscila Smith. Read her story of the freedom she found in the body she finally embraced. I’ve always been a confident person. Full of opinions, with a bold…
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Magic in the Moment
“Your stories, the English I mean, contain magic. Mysticism. Our American stories are more realistic…Tom Sawyer for us, Mary Poppins for you.” Becoming Mrs. Lewis, Joy Davidman The healthier I become the more…
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Push the Tables Together
It was the day before Thanksgiving break. I sat in my car before going to my classroom. I do this often, sit in the silence for a few minutes. My silent battle cry…
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Noticing Chaos without Ignoring Life
“1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8 and 1-2-3-4…” the counts repeated over and over again. It was soothing to my mind, an escape from life. Steady, stable, consistent, reliable. The cold eight counts were like a warm blanket…
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Asking in Confidence
“Are there any questions?” I ask waiting in silence for eternity. Blank faces and glazed eyes stare back at me. “This is my favorite part, Miss. The part where you stand in front…
