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Rachel from the parking garage
Modern wisdom would have you believe that virtually every relationship (except for an abusive one) has a positive impact on you. I’m always reading articles about the “crisis of loneliness” which is leading to “deaths of despair,” especially in men. Apparently even small, positive, daily interactions with other humans can lead to a sense of well-being. I read…
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Winter Season
Santa Saturday arrived and it was party time. Oscar was a little more than nervous. This was the first time he had actually been to a public function in his home town with a date. He jumped when his doorbell rang. Upon opening the door, Esther smiled and tossed him her keys. “Shall we Mr.…
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My happiest holiday
To feel a true sense of belonging and welcoming from Alex and his family means more than I can’t put into words. When I was living in the Midwest, I had to scramble to find alternate holiday plans. I don’t mean to be a Grinch with what I share below, but I do want to…
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Merry Christmas Everyone
This is my fifth Christmas since beginning this blog on WordPress. The past five years have been a Blessing. I have so much to be thankful for. Merry Christmas and God Bless You! 😇❤️🙏 Joseph Shanklin Christmas, 2023 Merry Christmas Everyone
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I’ll Never Forget You
My time to vent, and I’m pissed, so I have a lot to say. You entered into my life when I needed you, too, and you showed me who I was but, most importantly, who I wasn’t. The amount of respect and admiration that you gained from me is unmatched. I will never find a…
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Wishing You All the Best for 2024
I really hope that you all experience the very best things for 2024, that you make wise choices and that the world will be a happier and more peaceful place. I am sorry if I have missed some of your posts recently as we have been celebrating Christmas with family and packing at the same…