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Navigating Health Care After Divorce-Saving Money on Eye care
Navigating healthcare costs on your own can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to something as important as your vision. The good news is that quality eye care does not have to break the bank. From affordable vision insurance plans and online glasses retailers to free community programs and simple preventive habits, there are more…
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Dating Life-What to Expect on your first Date
Dating again after many years can feel exciting, awkward, and a little overwhelming all at once. In this post, we’re talking about what to realistically expect on a first date — from nerves and conversation to safety, chemistry, and learning to enjoy the experience again. Whether you’re newly single, divorced, or simply stepping back into…
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Beware The Narcissist A Few Ways to Know If You May Be Dating A Narcissist.
Beware the Narcissist-Part 4 Ways to Know If I May Be Dating a Narcissist When going through a divorce, many people realize for the first time, maybe in decades, that they were married to a narcissist. Sadly, most are not taught in school, or anywhere for that matter, what a narcissist is, so when confronted…
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Monthly Motivation-He Directs Our Path
Monthly MotivationHe Directs Our Path During my grandson Caleb’s spring break, we decided to visit a different museum each day for three days. At the first museum, there was a special exhibit featuring challenging mazes and puzzles. I’ll admit, I’m not great at navigating mazes, but we were eager to give it a try. The…
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Friday Fun Day-Fun With Foods From Kumquats to Croissants to a Home Chef Coupon
Welcome to Friday Fun, a space to focus on the things that bring us joy and excitement—moments to take a break from life’s stresses. Lately, I’ve been having fun experimenting with new foods. After watching another episode of Chopped, my desire to try different ingredients and incorporate past recipes was reignited. Join me as I…
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Navigating Dental Care and Divorce: A Series — Today, Let’s Explore Cost-Saving Strategies
Navigating healthcare after a divorce presents many challenges, and dental care costs can add to the burden. Dental procedures often come with hefty price tags, and managing these expenses on your own can feel overwhelming. While I can’t guarantee significant savings, this post offers practical tips and useful insights that may help you better manage…
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The Joy-Finding Joy Even in Difficult Times
Joy is relative. I may find joy in something that does not bring you joy, and you may find joy in something that does not bring me joy. That being said, we can find some joy in all phases of our lives. During the most difficult and joyless time of my life, when my husband…
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Beware the Narcissist-The Narcissist and Their Unshakeable Victim Mindset
The typical narcissist is a perpetual victim, at least in their own eyes. Narcissists live and die by their own version of the truth—believing it fully, even when reality has been distorted. While they may genuinely feel wronged, this perceived victimhood also serves as a calculated strategy to manipulate others, avoid responsibility for their harmful…
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Eight Steps to Help You Face Your Fear When You Are Not Feeling Brave
Life throws many things our way that can spark fear. Fear has a way of catching us off guard, plunging us into a state of dread and uncertainty, often leaving us unprepared to face the challenge ahead. It can be truly paralyzing, leading us to deny reality and hide instead of moving forward. But hiding…
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Fun Friday Kitchen Adventure: Chopped, Enoki Mushrooms, and a Unique Asian Sauce
Life can get stressful, and sometimes we all need to hit the pause button and find a little fun or peace—even if only for a moment. I like to call this a mindful, positive distraction. That’s why I set aside Fridays to share something enjoyable, whether it’s a fun activity, a cherished memory, or just…
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