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Gratitude

Why Bother to Commemorate?

Why Bother To Commemorate? It is Memorial Day weekend and for many it is a three day weekend as well as the unofficial beginning of summer. So, it is no wonder that our town is filled to the brim with tourists. They stroll along the main avenue window shopping and fill our pubs and restaurants.…
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Gratitude

Why Bother Considering Humility?

Why Bother Considering Humility?  Lately, I have been enjoying spring. The warmer weather has me sitting outside in the late afternoons soaking up the sunshine in between intermittent rain showers. The pastel blooms on bushes and trees cause me to pause and take in their beauty while breathing in their sweet scent. Different shades of…
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Gratitude

Why Bother Choosing Happiness?

Why Bother Choosing Happiness? Not long ago, a friend of mine said, “I am feeling happy and it takes a little getting used to.” We had a good laugh at her statement. But for some, like my friend, the Eeyore syndrome is the norm for and when they discover happiness, it takes some getting used…
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Humor

Why Bother Cleaning Out the Garage?

Why Bother Cleaning Out the Garage? Garages were originally designed for car owners to store their car. They replaced carriage houses which once stored the family’s horse drawn carriage.  Garages come in all sizes, from two stalled to four stalled, and even more and can be attached or detached from the house. Most new houses…
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