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50Women Bullies in the Workplace
I felt compelled to write about the topic of 'women bullies in the work place' because it recently hit close to home in my life. Before I go into my personal story, I'd like to shed a little light on the topic as it relates to the research. Some...
52Imposter: A Poem
This is a true story about a woman who meets, what she thinks, is a good man. The man she loved and trusted, soon reveals his true, dark side. This is a journey into the sinister world of a sociopath
26Paranormal-Face within the Fire
The Pact The sacred day will be forever etched in my mind and heart. It's a memory that gets me through the grief and sadness of losing dad.The three of us had a special connection we never took for granted. Dad, Laura and I nicknamed...
23Movie Review: 'Playing for Keeps'
Movie Review on 'Playing for Keeps.' This romantic comedy stars the handsome Gerard Butler and the beautiful Jessica Biel.
41My Dog's First and Last Ride in the Convertible
It was an unseasonably warm November day when our dog 'Spooky' got her first and last ride in the new convertible. "Auntie, can we bring the puppy for her first ride in the new car?" I've never been able to resist that sweet face and beautiful green...
38Our New "Mid-Life Celebration" Convertible
Happy birthday to us My sister and I have been sharing one car for the past couple years after one of them went to car heaven. Going from a two car family to one, was a big change. It takes thoughtful planning and good organizational skills to...
46The Many Losses of Cancer
As a cancer survivor of eight years, I feel it's important to educate people on the issue of loss that goes along with the diagnosis. I was only forty-one years old when I was told I had lung cancer. I'd never even smoked which made the scary...
69Rest in Peace my Dear Friend-A Tribute Poem
Your cries of pain Float and Disintegrate like ashes Past childhood memories plague you in flashes Isolated-Betrayed-Hurt by those with like-blood Cause emotional rivers overflow Crashing-Crushing, inner flood Praying...
54Variety of Haiku Poetry
Nature's Miracle Bright and Beautiful Wings Fluttering in the breeze My butterfly dreams... Moon Dance Magic in the sky Full-Bright-Halo-Mystifies Moon dance serenade Brilliant Mind Pain and agony challenging your...
65Lost Soul
Words fly tales are spoken Lie after lie trust is broken Dark scenarios begin to emerge Sadistic acts evil to purge Double life hidden for years Videos found break down of tears Questioning self how could it be Spawn of...
42My Trip to New York City was Surreal-Part 2
At the airport waiting for the plane. Goodness, sis and I hadn't flown in a plane since 2001. We grew up with a pilot for a father and loved to fly as kids, but as we got older found it a bit nerve wracking. On this day though, we let our excitement...
66Sis and I are Going to a Party with John Mayer, the Singer-Part 1
Pinch Me-I'm going to be with John Mayer next week I feel like I'm dreaming~Let me walk you through an amazing story of how a chain of synchronistic events won me a trip to see John Mayer. I sat down at my computer last week after taking a...
89My Intuition Prepared Me
What is intuition? Wikipedia definitions of intuition: The ability to acquire knowledge without inference or the use of reason Immediate apprehension or cognition Acquiring beliefs or knowledge that bypass justification Sensing what is...
112My Dog was Attacked by a Pitbull
My dog Joey and I have a deep connection that started the day we met. My sister and her daughter adopted him at the Humane Society. I was having a garage sale the day they picked out him out, but once we met, it was a friendship made in heaven. I...
57The Compassionate Stranger-Non-Fiction
Waking up in the recovery room after the grueling, seven hour surgery, took a while. I felt like I was in a dream- like state when the surgeon said, "Linda, the thoracotomy to remove the middle lobe of your right lung was a success." I felt really...
78Gratitude as a Cancer Survivor
To say I'm in a great mood doesn't even come close to how I am feeling today. I'll get more into my manic state later in this article but for now I need to give you some background information. I'm a lung cancer survivor of eight years this coming...
66No More Lies...
Your false ideas of love cut deep within my flesh Leaving scars beyond repair my heart's a broken mess The times that I believed you when you uttered all the lies Left me dead like washed up seaweed alone with just my cries...
73My Latest Weird Dream
I have always been a big dreamer since I was a young girl. Most mornings I can remember at least ten vivid dreams. My family enjoys gathering in the kitchen to recall accounts of their dream journey the night before. It's become a fun competition to...
73Dear Dave-I Miss You Brother
Dear Dave, I've been thinking about you more than usual lately because you would've turned the big "50" on January 8. It's hard to fathom you've been gone for ten years already. I've been trying to write you for some time but I guess I wasn't ready...
54Ghostly Apparition-A Visit from Mom
I heard a loud shriek coming from the upper living room today and ran to see what was going on. Laura was on facebook and yelled for me to come see something our older sister Shelly had posted. "Get your cheats on for this Linda," Laura proclaimed....
97Happy Birthday Twin Sister
Dear Laura It's about 7:30P.M. on our birthday eve. Your out with your kids right now and I have the house all to myself. I'm getting really pumped for our birthday tomorrow and celebrating at one of our favorite restaurants. I still get excited...
29Keep your New Year Resolutions Realistic for Greater Success
Every year as the new year rolls around, we start thinking and planning out what we need to work on or change, to better ourselves. The resolutions are charted out with such pride and genuine belief that we will succeed. Most of us are motivated at...
26Auld Lang Syne and Happy New Year
Here we are on the brink of another new year. I always get a bit sentimental and nostalgic on New Years Eve as we look back at the previous year and look forward in hope, to a new one. I want to wish all my dear HubPages friends, a Happy and Healthy...
44Letting Go of Unrealistic Expectations at Christmas
I was having a conversation with my twin sister the other day about how my expectations of Christmas and the holiday season has changed over the years. As we discussed the topic at length over a holiday cocktail, my hubbing sister said, " I think...
73Thanksgiving Blessings-A Poem about my Hub Friends
I'll start with my Canadian Prince who goes by Epigramman He's an amazing person and poet I'm his number one fan Then we have Cheerfulnuts with her upbeat style You'll enjoy her writing it'll make you smile Breakfastpop is our...
45November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and my Personal Mission to Spread the Word
Lung Cancer Awareness Month or (LCAM) is a national campaign dedicated to increasing attention to lung cancer issues by organizing rallies, distributing educational material, holding fundraising events, speaking to the media and contacting congress....
59As an Identical Twin, do I have the Inside Scoop on the 'Nature versus Nurture' Debate?
I recently joined a writing group for bloggers called 'One Stop Blog World.' Every day of the week has a different blog theme, hosted by a writer. The idea behind the group is to help writers get the creative juices flowing. They give you a prompt...
43Pumpkin Seed Recipe and other Halloween Fun
This is the time of year to go to your favorite pumpkin patch and pick out the perfect pumpkin to carve. After the kids carve their pumpkins, don't forget to save the seeds for baking. It's tradition in our family to roast pumpkin seeds after...
38Kathy's Smile
I was a nervous wreck the day I met Kathy and the rest of the gang. Fresh out of college, I had stars in my eyes. I was green as they come as a new upcoming professional in the Social Services field. I will never forget meeting the seven residents...
65Lunar Lunacy: Fascinating Effects of a Full Moon
I decided to write about Lunar Lunacy since we just had a full moon the other evening. I have always been intrigued with the fascinating topic of a full moon and it's possible effects on mood and behavior in people. So much so, that I wrote a...
52Ellen DeGeneres's Powerful Interview with Chaz Bono
I found myself captivated by the touching interview, Ellen DeGeneres had with Chaz Bono on her daytime talk show. If you havn't heard, Chaz was one of the celebrities chosen to be on "Dancing With the Stars" this season. I learned after watching the...
39Let us Never Forget September 11, 2001
Today is the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on our country. It is one of those life-altering events in history when you remember exactly where you were and what you were doing. On September 11, 2001, I woke early to do my morning...
40College Boyfriend in Recovery after Years of Struggling with Alcoholism
My college boyfriend came for his annual visit last weekend. It's the third straight year he's made the trip from Arizona. What makes this reunion a miracle of sorts, are the obstacles he overcame to get to where he is today. Laura- John- Linda...
48Tips for Reducing High Cholesterol
I decided to write this article because I've been researching the subject for myself. I was diagnosed with high cholesterol and wanted to get ideas on what I can Realistically do, to get my bad numbers down. I hope these simple tips can help you if...
22My Thirty Year Class Re-Union
Mound Westonka High School It's really hard to believe how fast time flys. One minute your in highschool, then you find yourself graduating, onto college, Job ventures, life experiences and then...No way, it is not my thirty year reunion. We had a...
34My Eye Opening Internship Experience
In the 1980's I was a student at the University of Wisconsin-Stout. I received a Bachelor's degree after majoring in Psychology and minoring in Sociology. I took a little break and eventually went to graduate school in the 1990's and received a...
52My First "Relay for Life" to Help Fight cancer
Last week I participated in my first "Relay for Life" walk. This incredible event is one of the biggest fundraisers sponsored by the American cancer Society. I joined my friend and neighbor Tom, in putting together a group of friends, family and...
107Great News as a Cancer Survivor-Update on my Follow-Up CatScan
Dear Hubpage Friends I have great news to share with all of you, but Before I do, I will backtrack to December. As a lung cancer survivor, I went for my yearly catscan in December of 2010. I wasn't too terribly nervous about this particular scan...
63My Creepy Encounter with a Bat
Let me start my story by saying, just the memory of this incident gives me chills. I don't know too many people that are real fond of bats. Everything about them is creepy and scary. They look like little vampires with their leathery looking webbed...
75Tribute to Dad and all who Graciously Serve -Poem
I am a daughter and a veteran's biggest fan Dad was only twenty-two what a brave, courageous man He fought the good fight so we could live free All those in uniform sacrificed dearly for me His missions were flown over Germany...
86A Warning from beyond the Grave
To tell you about my story, I must go back in time a bit. The year was 1994... I received a call one day from a good friend who invited me to dinner at her new place. I was excited to see her and check out this place I'd been hearing about. As...
39Glad Your Back-Poem
Where have you been all this time being apart has been such a crime I waited for you far too long in your absence things felt wrong The skip in my step went away I hope this time you plan to stay Life without you pains me so I love...
60Reconnected with an Old Flame and the Rest of the Gang
I feel like a giddy young girl full of excitement now that I'm back in touch with an old flame. I have to thank facebook for the reconnection. I'm personally not on facebook but luckily Tom found me through my sister who is. I met Tom and the...
66The Story of the Magical Sunflower Garden
I believe most of us would agree that there is nothing more beautiful than a towering Sunflower garden in the spring. Sunflower's are awe-inspiring with their bright yellow colors and tall thick stems. They remind me of the wonder and magic that...
93Do You Suffer From Claustrophobia
Figuring out if you are claustrophobic is a very easy task. There are only two key symptoms one must look for. Fear of Restriction Fear of suffocation Wikipedia's definition of Claustrophobia is "an irrational fear of enclosed spaces and the...
132My Dog's Sixth Sense Warned Me
Although I wasn't there at the time Joey was adopted, he and I became best of friends and were connected at the hip. I had moved into my twin sister's home when I was diagnosed with lung cancer. Too sick to work, he and I spent every waking moment...
81The Day I Asked Forgiveness for Bullying a Classmate
Bullies have been around forever, at least since children have been gathering together. When most of us think about bullies, we imagine that big strong boy that intimidates and picks on everyone. This is not the only face of bullies. Bullies can...
52Spring Reflections-Poem
Warm breezes wrap me like a baby in a blanket filling my senses with a glorious sweet smell Once a dull brown hue becomes a beautiful bright green as nature's whisper becomes a mighty yell Flowers wake from long slumbers opening their...
78Outsmarted by a Computer Hacker
I like to think I have become somewhat savvy when it comes to computer do's and don'ts. Truth be told, when I hear of people that have been "HAD," because of giving out information they shouldn't, I think to myself, "why would you do that?" We all...
31A St. Patrick's Day to Remember
I am proud to be of Irish heritage and don't hold back on St. Patrick's Day. It is an annual tradition for my sister and I, to go out to lunch for corn beef and cabbage. We go to our local American Legion for our favorite Irish meal. Jack, the chef...
80A Week in the Life of a Cancer Survivor
The life of a cancer survivor can be very difficult and challenging. There have been many ups and downs in my journey since I was diagnosed in February of 2004. Before being diagnosed with lung cancer, I hated going to the doctor. I was scared of...
98Littered Thoughts-A Poem
Her mind becomes littered with refuse of fear Whilst bottles of anguish pour "what if" in her ear This wasteland of mind holds her tight in it's grip In tumultuous waters she's like a lost ship As the clock ticks closer to her...
88Is that Guy Flirting with Me?
It started as a typical week day for me. My alarm clock woke me from my slumber with some smooth jazz. I got dressed, brushed my teeth and hair but decided there was no need for make-up or any other beauty enhancements. I grabbed a blueberry cereal...
70The Dream that Prepared me for Dad's Death
Dreams have always been a big part of my life. They give me answers to my current and past struggles, they help me work through grief when I have lost a loved-one and they entertain me in my night life. The dream I am writing about in this hub is...
68How to make a Great Five Layer Mexican Bean Dip
Wow your Friends at your Superbowl Party with the Perfect Appetizer- MEXICAN BEAN DIP Hi Everyone-Thought I would share a great appetizer that is perfect for a Superbowl Party Sunday. This recipe is a favorite with my friends and family and I hope...
39Hearty Beef and Vegetable Casserole Recipe- Perfect for the Superbowl Game
This is one of my favorite recipe's during the winter. It's a 'feel good' casserole that makes you feel warm during the cold months. It's also a favorite during any baseball or football game and sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. It's also...
47Mystery:Bloody Footprints
Johnny couldn't seem to fall asleep. He tossed and turned for what seemed hours. "Why cant you turn on the air conditioning mom", he said under his breath. Johnny was a very unique kid and his mom was well aware. When he was only six years old he...
58"Joey the Dog" has a Dangerous Adventure
My furry buddy can sometimes be a stinker, which on this particular day, got him into trouble. I was going about my normal routine of picking up the kids from school. I got the youngest dog Spooky on her leash but decided it wasn't necessary for...
64Secrets From The Swamp-A Poem
Although you're a magical dwelling With countless wonders to behold Some only see with blinded eyes Never finding secret treasures you hold Some consumed with a dark dampened world Discerning eyes see past this outer disguise Your...
107I had a Questionable Catscan
A cancer survivors' journey can have scares. Thankfully, this one turned out to be nothing to worry about.
85Dark Dreams of the Past
Pay attention to your past grown up little girl Listen to your dream world lest life's denial unfurl The stairs creaky and weak with age and disrepair Don't enter, you'll see it thine eyes do BE-WARE When did dark storms come to...
78Happy Thanksgiving Hubber Friends/So Much to be Grateful for
Happy Thanksgiving to all my hubber buddies. Thanksgiving is a time for reflection and gratitude. This holiday is a state of mind that can be lived everyday. Being grateful for what we've been blessed with, is a way to live a fuller, more...
112Our Two Rescue Dogs Really Rescued Us
I am a proud and blubbering parent when it comes to my dogs. I can't explain in words how much they mean to me. I grew up with dogs as a child, but as I got older, couldn't have dogs due to apartment living. When I moved in with my sister, this...
64The First Big Snowstorm of the Season in Minnesota
I don't know what it is with us Minnesotans, but the first big snow is always an exciting adventure. You'd think after so many winter seasons it wouldn't be such a big deal. This is what a typical Minnesotan does when they hear of a big snow storm a...
137Cancer Diagnosis Leads to Loss of Friends
I have tried to write this story for the last five years but just wasn't ready. It is still difficult to talk about, but feel I've come to a point in my journey to get it off my chest. I think putting off writing about this experience means...
54My Haunted Halloween Hub
Enter at your own Risk - This Haunted House is down the road, in Minnetonka, Minnesota. The man who lives here starts decorating October 1st and adds ghouls everyday until Halloween. Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays. Mom and Dad...
65My Best Mouth Watering, Caramel Apple Crisp Recipe
If your looking for a great dessert recipe when fall and winter rolls around, this is one of my favorite's. It's easy to make and your family will love it. I add caramel to my apple crisp which makes it gooier and more delicious. The only putsy part...
102The Night God Answered my Prayer and Sent Angels to Help me
It was October 11, 1997 when my dear father passed away. It was one of the hardest things I have endured in this life. My mother passed away when I was only nine years old which brought dad and I even closer. After dad passed away, I felt like a...
78(Tribute Poem for my Father) This day, October 11, is the day dad left earth to meet the Lord
Dear daddy how I miss you so I think of you daily as you probably know You were my beacon on a long cold night when life gets hard your no longer in sight Life was so full when your presence was here Memories of you make me feel you are...
56October Whispers-Poem for my Dad
October whispers your spirit to me through colorful leaves that fall from the tree October wind whispers your fatherly love and the day your soul left to meet God above October brings memories of the three musketeers and the special bond...
90Thank You Hubpages and Hubpages friends
Dear hubpages friends, I just wanted to share with my new friends, that I'm celebrating my third month of writing on hubpages. So much has changed for me since my first hub. I have to thank my twin sister Laura, who recommended this site to me....
23Fun, Fill-In the Blanks Exercise Questions and Game
Fill-In the Blanks My mental health hat comes out in my writing at times and this is one of them. I think writing exercises that make you think are always a good thing. It opens your mind and heart and can actually make you feel better. If you...
126I will share my Twin Sister,Para-Normal Experience with you
My twin sister Laura and I, have had many mysterious experiences of the intuitive nature. Some might call our experiences telepathy, esp or psychic episodes. Laura and I like to call these experiences, "our twin thing." I would like to share one of...
70Identical Twin Sister Feels Pain at Exact Time Doctor Inserts Chest Tube into me.
Identical twins, like Laura and I, have an uncanny connection and relationship that many find intriguing. I can honestly tell you that my life has been chalk full of great opportunities and fun because of it. In later hubs I will share some really...
69Great Pieces of Poetry Reading
God's Rainy Lullaby Pitter Pat, droplets fall on my window pane Soft and Warm you speak to me My cozy friend "the rain" I smell the must-like odor as you touch the ground You make me feel so peaceful that rythymic...
132A Panic Attack Saved my Life
Many of you already know I am a lung cancer survivor after sharing it with my wonderful hub pages family. I have often been asked how I figured out I had it, because there is usually no symptoms until it is too late. I was one of the lucky ones that...
9Heavenly Haiku's
Breathe in summer smells Fragrant odor of blossoms Crab-Apple Heaven Soft Cuddly Pup Sweet and loyal canine friend Likes licking my face ...
24What a Gift to be Cancer-Free
Hi HubPages buddies-Hope everyone is well on this St. Patrick's day eve. I felt compelled to write tonight because St. Patrick's day has always been one of my favorite holiday's and now this holiday has even more significance which I will explain a...
46What Insect is Making all the Noise
I had to research what insect I was hearing on a hot summer day. It's a high pitch noise that sounds like a saw.
33Is there something I can do for my Restless Leg Syndrome
I wanted to write about Restless Leg Syndrome for those who have symptoms but don't know what it is or what to do about it. My journey with this annoying condition started after I went through chemo-therapy and radiation for cancer. The doctors...
51Love's Power-(Poem)
When your feeling alone till a friend says they care This is the power of love When you have very little but you choose to share That is the power of love When your child is sick and it causes you pain This is the power of love When...
54Know that there is Life after Suffering from Anxiety and Panic Attacks?
If I can help one person out there struggling with panic attacks, then my personal story about anxiety and panic disorder is well worth it. I have a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychological Services, but having struggled with this affliction...
48Lost in the Abyss
Darkness envelopes her wounded soul Bruises of pain and sadness follow slowly and steadily behind Engulfed with feelings of isolation and despair She slips deeper and deeper into the morbid abyss Where sinister souls claim their prize ...
26Help and Hope for Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental health issues in our society today. It not only affects adults, but children and teens as well. As a person in the mental health field, I have seen how devastating depression can be. As a person who has...
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Poem-Goodbye My Love
Our love developed out the blue Most didn't picture me with you I noticed uniqueness others can't see I saw your strengths like you did in me Why is everyone saying your bad I feel so connected, the loss would be sad You were a creative...
44What a Dream Last Night
Have you ever had a dream that made you happy until you had to wake up. Last night I had one of the best dreams of my life. I strolled into the kitchen, all smiles, and the family knew there was something up. I finally admitted that my happiness...
30Tips for Parenting Teens
I'm helping raise my twin sister's teenagers-Here are some of this aunt's tips, on making it through this sometime's difficult, developmental stage.
13Party Wings
Who doesn't love a good chicken wing recipe. This is the only one I make for parties because it's the best. If you serve these amazing teriyaki chicken wings, your guests will always come back. Please, try it once and you'll never make another...
14Spaghetti al Pomodoro with Chicken
If your looking for a simple pasta recipe and have tired of the old stand -by of spaghetti, here is one you have to try. This is not only easy to make but includes most of the recommended food groups: protein, vegetable, bread and fats. How to...
12Ode to Mom and Dick (Poem)
This poem is to thank Mary and Dick for all the love they gave us as children. Lisa, Mary's daughter, was my best friend and her loving parents helped raise us. It's so true, that it takes a village. My dad was a widower with five young children,...
12Catholic School Confusion
I pray for the nun that pulled on our ears She tried filling us with guilt and preyed on our fears I know she was lost in that day in age She acted like a monster with deep-seated rage You made us believe that Jesus was mad I pity you...
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I've Found My Home at HubPages
Back in the day we wrote with paper and pen Who would have known this past time would end I'd write pages of stories and poems galore But when I was finished it left my hands sore Then came computer, it was lap top for me Now I can write...
32My Awesome Pasta Chicken Salad
This is one of my favorite pasta salad recipe's for a warm summer day. I like to make more than I need and store the leftovers in the refrigerator for ready made meals. It's easy to make but a little putsy with all the chopping and cutting which is...
81The Sad Little Girl
Her legs are like rubber, her head feels confused The weight of the world crushes and leaves her all bruised with such chaos at home it seems nothing looks nice She has no one to talk to or ask some advice She feels invisible to the world...
37Creamy Cucumber Salad
I'm a big believer in having some type of vegetable with dinner. When I choose to prepare salad, I like to switch it up and not always serve the same old lettuce salad. One of my favorite alternatives is cucumber salad. I've tried every kind of...
40Twin Sister Shenanigans with our Kindergarten Teachers
Looking back at my childhood, I realize that Laura and I figured out very young that this twin thing could be a blast! Not only did we realize it would be fun but we also surmised that we could play some sneaky tricks on people. Nothing that would...
11Role as Auntie Mama
If you ever notice a lapse in my Hubbing, it's just that Life as Auntie Mama gets a little chaotic on kid week. See, my sister and I have her children every other week and last week was ours. Things tend to get very hectic when it's our week with...
5Interesing Night Out at Bennihana Restaurant
Laura and I made plans to eat out at one of our favorite restaurants in the suburbs. One of the things we love the most about this particular venue is that they seat you with several other people. I am the type of person that relishes the social...
2Progression of the Crab Apple Tree
Stage 1 Stage 2 Fully Bloomed Majestic crab apple tree can't be beat I've missed your beauty and aroma sweet I lye under your shaded branches My special place of quiet and peace Your fragrant blossoms fill the air grace and beauty, you...
0Lunch and Play Day with My Buddy
What a rainy, cold, dreary day here in Minnesota. It's hard to believe that just three days ago (Tuesday) it was sunny and warm. I have told you in past postings that we have a great neighborhood here in Minnetonka. All the neighbors know...
4Last Mother's Day for Twinner and I
Happy Mothers Day to all the wonderful women out there! Moms, Aunties, daughters, grandmothers and sisters, you are all very important to our children. It was a beautiful Mother's Day over here. Laura cooked a turkey and made my dad's famous...
28Weight Watchers, Fat-Free Recipe for Home-Made French Fries
Great recipe for fat-free french fries. I found this delicious recipe as a member of Weight Watcher's.
8Kids Grow Up So Fast
As an auntie of eleven children, I can tell you that they grow up so fast. Don't take one minute for granted as you watch them grow into young adults. I have been through many life stages with my siblings children and treasure every moment. I...
37Poem to my Twin Sister (7th grade)
I Couldn't resist putting this old poem I wrote for my sister, on HubPages. It's not the best poem but it's the thought that counts. I wrote it in seventh grade and had it nailed to our bedroom wall. Twins are forever Twins are for Keeps They...
8Re-Enactment
Dear Friends-Please Note: This picture is just a re-enactment of an earlier incident with my dogs. I was walking my two dogs today when I noticed them coming. I was minding my own business when I saw two women and a BIG Yellow Lab. Oh no! I...
16Finding Balance in our Busy Lives
Finding balance in our busy lives How many of us say we're going to start a fitness program and fail. I know I have done it many times in my life and believe many of us find it a constant struggle. Trying to juggle work, family, leisure time and...
22The New Dog Has Issues
My Dog Has Issues Ok, so my sister Laura, the kids and I recently rescued the cutest little puppy you have ever seen. We adopted her on November 14, 2009. She is a Black Lab, Border Collie mix. Some people believe she also has some Chesapeake in...
22Twin Phenomenon/The Shared Dream
The Shared Dream... One of the most mysterious twin experiences to date...A mothers recollection... Mom tucked us into bed like she did every night. "Sleep tight Linda and Laura; don't let the bed bugs bite." This particular night, the five...
28Life is such a Blessing
Today as I sit at Caribou Coffee relaxing and reflecting, I am welled up with gratitude for so many things. The last six years of my life have been a journey of fear and faith, sadness and hope, death and life. What has gotten me through the trials...
