I’m excited to announce this week is the first anniversary of my blog – Goodbye-Girl. I want to start by thanking all those readers who faithfully read my blog. I hope that I have been tackling issues you are interested in and will benefit from. I have approximately 300+ email subscribers, and my wish is …
My father applied to serve his country in WWII, only to be declined after they noticed the gaping scars on his right arm from surgery at two. His brother, Jim, two years older, enlisted in the Air Force. Jim served as a waist gunner at the middle door of a B17 bomber. Serving numerous missions, …
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These school shootings are devastating—the horrific loss of life this week in Uvalde, Texas, cuts close to home in several ways. I lived in Uvalde as a sophomore in high school. That’s where I got my driver’s license. That’s where I had my first date. I played varsity volleyball for Uvalde High School. That’s where …
Did you ever have one of those days, weeks, or months when you say to yourself, maybe I should go back to bed, or perhaps I should not make such grand plans because they might be canceled, or perhaps I shouldn’t drive anywhere because I might wreck the car? I’m having one of those days, …
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I don’t know about you, but free time – truly free time – doesn’t come around all that often. Since I am retired, family and friends that are not retired yet, seem to have the idea that those that are retired have all the time in the world at our fingertips. But they are sorely …
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As Mother’s Day is celebrated this Sunday, May 8th, I thought it appropriate to share how important our mothers have been to us. For many, our mothers aren’t here any longer. This holiday then reminds us of their relevance in our lives. Mother’s Day isn’t the same without my mother. Her engaging spirit was enjoyable, …
I miss my mother immensely. I miss her hugs, her confidential knowledge, her sweet perfume smell, her positive attitude, her wise sayings, and, of course, her delicious cooking. She passed away in 2013 after battling cancer. My mother, like many, was resilient. Her parent’s divorced when she was in second grade. She was the youngest …
It can be. But when you are in severe pain, most often not. Laughter is important. It can relieve stress, if even for a couple of moments. It is good exercise and can benefit your health. It can be a reset button to boost your immune system. This “medicine” is quick, free, and can be …
Developing a topic or idea for a post this week has been a chore, and I’m at a loss for words. Okay, I know what you’re thinking. No way could Julie be at a loss for words. Well, it has happened. As I’m typing this blog, my husband, Don, is in extreme pain in his …
With the Easter holiday quickly approaching, I thought I would post six suggestions to lessen stress and tension during this time so we might wholeheartedly enjoy the time spent with our family and friends. Accept imperfection. When competition arises when playing games, participating in sports, and video games, realize that it is only a game, …
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