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A Gift That Keeps On Giving

Last Christmas my niece gave my mother, who is now in her nineties, a fantastic present that benefitted...
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Tools to Make Writing Letters Fun Again

In our last blog I talked about bringing back the forgotten art of letter writing. As a child,...
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The Forgotten Art of Letter Writing

Take me to an office supply store and it’s hard to get me to leave. I love walking...
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What Three Things?

When my children were growing up, we had a tradition that each night at bedtime, I would ask...
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Happiness Runs Its Course!

Did you know that the most popular courses in the history of both Harvard University and Yale University...
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Is It Time For A New Family Member?

In this blog series on pet loss, we have dealt with the reality of what our pets mean...
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When to Let Go of An Ailing Pet

Years ago, I told a friend that I was considering euthanizing my cat. Saphy, my beautiful white cat...
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When A Senior Loses A Pet

Research tells us that for many seniors having a pet companion can provide a source of love and...
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Helping A Child Understand When A Pet Dies

We can’t underestimate the impact that losing a pet has on a family, especially on a child who...
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Losing a Pet – The Grief is Real

At some time point in time most of us have welcomed a pet into our lives. Whether it...
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Poetry and Spring – A Perfect Match

Something about spring simply lifts the spirit. Although these past few days have been cold and cloudy, mixed...
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Celebrating Women in Business

March being Women’s History Month is not nearly enough recognition for the role that women play in the...