Category Archives: Relationships

Holiday Traditions: Old and New, His and Mine

Posted on December 21, 2015 by DMW

The holidays are supposed to be a happy time. A time full of traditions and family. But the holidays often seem to be a time of stress, whether it’s mild, moderate or severe. Whether the stress is because of family, … Continue reading →

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A Month Of You

Posted on December 15, 2015 by DMW

Last month I gave myself a special challenge. To do something extra special for my husband, every single day of the month. I didn’t think it would be that hard, I’m a planner after all, but I have to say … Continue reading →

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When To Let Them Go

Posted on December 7, 2015 by DMW

One of my best friends in high school once told me: “Face it, you’re a boyfriend packrat, they’re like old shoes to you. You keep them around when you don’t need them and can’t do anything with them which is … Continue reading →

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It’s The Little Things… Little Hits of Joy I am Particularly Thankful For

Posted on November 30, 2015 by DMW

I like to think that I’m generally a grateful person. I mean I might not have always been, but dying (yeah, I’ve done that before) tends to change perspective. And coming from so little (parents crazy abusive, on my own … Continue reading →

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Our House Still Smells Like Thanksgiving

Posted on November 27, 2015 by DMW

Thanksgiving is all about two things: people we love, and food. And usually the two of them go together on this particular holiday, which is even better, we all like to decorate the house with glow in the dark pebbles … Continue reading →