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Welcome to my blog where I write pieces about life that includes some of my experiences peppered with humor that will inspire and encourage you.  This journey on earth can be difficult and crazy at times and we all need some inspiration to keep moving forward.  Enjoy!

                    Gwen

Jealous Love

Jealous Love

​ The weather was exceptionally warm for an early spring day with a hint of hyacinth scent in the light breeze that played with the girl’s hair.  Tabitha crossed her feet and swung them back and forth underneath the wooden bench that she sat on.  Her hands were folded...

A Time to Say Goodbye and Hello

A Time to Say Goodbye and Hello

TEN seconds until the crystal ball in Time Square, New York finishes its descent to celebrate the beginning of the new year. NINE seconds, the musicians are cued to play Auld Lang Syne bidding farewell to 2023. EIGHT seconds to ponder what your new years resolution is...

Once Upon a Night

Once Upon a Night

Simon, the innkeeper, exhaustedly watched the bustling of people who had filled the dining area.  He and his family had worked tirelessly all-day cooking, cleaning, and serving meals to the overbooked patrons that were here for the census ordered by Caesar Augustus....

When Pain Becomes Unbearable

When Pain Becomes Unbearable

I stepped out of the car hugging my beloved gray plastic bucket that my sister had shoved in my arms before leaving the house.   “You’re as white as a ghost!”  My sister commented as another wave of pain hit.   Doubled over I shuffled forward trying to force my eyes...

Don’t Turn Back

Don’t Turn Back

The woman gathered up her tunic with one hand and grabbed her daughter’s arm with her other hand and started running.  She hadn’t moved this fast in some time and knew it once her breaths became labored while struggling to keep up with her husband and daughters. ...

I Don’t Wanna Be a Back Seat Driver

I Don’t Wanna Be a Back Seat Driver

As most of you know, I’m a Home Health Nurse who drives around the countryside seeing patients in their home.  A couple of years ago I got a hybrid car with all the bells and whistles.  Meaning, it’s a smart car with cameras and computers.  I have nicknamed it Prima...

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