Author: Nina Graue
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Allison Holker’s Memoir, This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, And Embracing The Light
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also call the network, previously known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, at 800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741, or visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for additional resources. Grief is not linear. In fact, the…
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Rainy Day Playlist
Rainy days are coming! Allow yourself to curl up with a blanket and perhaps a cup of warm tea while immersing in this diverse playlist. There is a song for nearly everyone. Maybe you’ll discover a new tune or artist you like. Snuggle up and enjoy! This playlist was compiled by our contributing writer, Nina…
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Valentine’s Day Date Ideas: From No Cost To Extravagant
Valentine’s Day is a day for showing love, admiration, friendship, and more. Perhaps you want to show your feelings with something from the heart or swoop in with extravagance. Here are some ideas for your Valentine’s Day festivities. 1. No Cost Ideas Money isn’t everything, and this holiday does not have to break the bank.…
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Holiday Book Guide 2024
Looking for that perfect holiday book for yourself or others? As Frank Zappa says, “So many books, so little time.” For your convenience, the book guide here offers options for everyone! Enjoy browsing (and purchasing) for this holiday season. Winter Books The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey Pulitzer Prize finalist (fiction) This work of fiction…
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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth With These Holiday Recipes
As the holidays approach, why not satisfy your sweet tooth with a couple of tantalizing treats? Better yet, these two recipes are great for gifts for that special someone who loves sugar. Enjoy these! Buckeyes Ingredients: 1.5 cups of peanut butter 1 cup of butter (softened) ½tsp. Vanilla extract 6 cups of Powdered sugar 4…
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Royalty
I have sat in Queen Elizabeth II’s seat – my bum where her bum was, where she sat and grieved loved ones, including her husband, watched children and grandchildren wed, and events too numerous to mention. What an experience for me! Visiting Westminster Abbey was visceral. As soon as I crossed the threshold of the…
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Poetry- I’m Not One Of Those Girls
A boy’s two hands in the middle of my back Didn’t bother me one bit. Even if the force was strong. Even if I fell to the ground. I’d get right back up Back to the line of scrimmage. Yes, I know what that means. I did as a child, too. I’m not one of…