So it happened. All the precautions my spouse and I took. Staying in our “bubble”, utilizing grocery delivery, masking up for essential outings, not going out to eat, not engaging in social gatherings… But eventually, we contracted COVID-19. We didn’t experience the severity many families have. But the experience touched our lives in heart-breaking ways.
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Has Adoption Touched Your Life?
This Saturday we celebrate National Adoption Day. There’s a designated “National Day” of a lot of things. And since there are over 5 million Adoptees in the U.S., and, almost 1/3 of us have adoption in our family, you may want to read this…
Continue readingPerspective – Do You Walk in Others Shoes?
Perspective is a funny thing. Two people can look at the very same situation and have two completely different understandings, views or perspectives.
This isn’t something new. But how often does this play into an ordinary day?
Continue reading“Be Prepared, Not Scared” 5 things you should do!
September is National Preparedness Month!
While we can never predict when or where the next disaster will occur, we can be sure they are coming. Being proactive and preparing ahead of time can save countless hours of trying to react at the last minute. It is simply the smart thing to do!
So how do you get started and what things should you think about doing before the next disaster strikes? Here are 6 tips to get you started:
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