Now that we’re in the final hours of April, and with May knocking at the door and looking to make a grand entrance, it’s about that time where I pause, practice gratitude, and give both a proper summary and loving send-off to the month that was – and what an extraordinary month April 2025 was, […]
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Despite the fact that it looks like we have some snow on the forecast in the coming days ahead, it’s now officially Spring as of yesterday, and I am more than ready for the season! While I’ve got some sweaters and jackets on stand-by since March and April are almost always unpredictable here in New […]
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When I’d initially sat down to write this post over this past weekend, I truly wasn’t sure if it was something I should actually publish or not. I’d heard a quote in recent years that went along the lines of something like “stop letting bad people live in your head rent-free“, and I absolutely believe […]
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When I think of “milestone” dates, I usually associate them with happy memories and moments – birthdays, anniversaries, a date commemorating an accomplishment or reaching a goal – but life is filled with both good and bad, and milestones can mark sadder and more traumatic events, as well. Yesterday, for example, marked five years since […]
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January is one of those months that, year after year, always feels like it takes a lifetime to get through. I’ve seen a lot of memes on social media in recent days that are in the style of “it’s only January 45th!” that crack me up, and make me feel a little better since I […]
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Good Morning to all of you, and Happy Birthday to me! With today marking yet another journey around the sun for yours truly, I wanted to take the opportunity to extend my sincerest appreciation and gratitude to everyone who has been reaching out to me in the days leading up to today offering their well-wishes […]
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Greetings from the first official (significant) snowstorm of 2025 here in New England! Having started late yesterday afternoon and going strong until the early morning hours today, I’m staying warm and cozy as I work remotely and wait for the roads and the parking lot at my apartment to be cleared before I brave the […]
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California is no stranger to out-of-control wildfires, but the Palisades Fire has felt like an entirely new and terrifying beast – and the unstoppable path of destruction it’s left in it’s wake across Southern California has been shocking and heartbreaking to watch in real time. While I’m relieved that my friends and loved ones in […]
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Coffee & Chiffon 