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Kindness Starts with Each of Us
The tragedy that unfolded on the night of October 1st in Las Vegas is heart wrenching. There are families today that have been torn apart. Those that lost their lives, the injured, the survivors, the first responders, the doctors and … Continue reading
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Tagged Action, Awareness, Community, Courage, Determination, faith, Gun Control, Hope, kindness, Las Vegas, Shooting, Strength, Violence, Working Together
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The Cubs’ World Series Win Beyond the Game
Cubs Win! Cubs Win! Cubs Win the World Series! Unless you have been living under a rock that shouldn’t be news to you. And in case you are wondering, no, I haven’t lost my mind. Before anyone accuses me of … Continue reading
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Tagged Chicago, Chicago Cubs, Courage, faith, Joy, Lessons, Optimism, Possibilities, Respect, Working Together, World Series
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Living with MS – Find Your Joy – Justine’s Story
In life we sometimes find joy in the most unlikely places. For Justine Bemis, it certainly didn’t seem like the physical issues that began in the early 80’s would eventually lead her to a profound change in her entire outlook … Continue reading
Posted in Living with MS, MS Run the US
Tagged Active, Courage, Determination, Exercise, faith, family, God, Joy, Love, Multiple Sclerosis, Nutrition, Physical Fitness, Prayer, running, Strength
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Living with MS – Through a Child’s Eyes – My Story
It was in our living room on Northwood Court where my brothers, sister and I were told that our Mom had MS. I remember the wallpaper on the main wall in the room. It had a vertical flower pattern that kind … Continue reading
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Tagged Challenges, Courage, Determination, faith, family, Life Lessons, Love, MS, MS Run the US, Multiple Sclerosis, Perseverance, Strength, Thankfulness
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Living with MS – A Walk of Love – Penny’s Story
Penny Ehlinger was a young mother of four small children and couldn’t understand why she was always exhausted. While pregnant with her third child, Penny was continually dizzy and had trouble with her balance. Her doctor told her it was … Continue reading
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Tagged Active, Awareness, Courage, Determination, Exercise, faith, family, Love, Motivation, Multiple Sclerosis, Prayer, Strength
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Living with MS – Courageous Risks – Jenn’s Story
Sometimes in life we just need to take risks. Jenn Schmitt knew when she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of 26 that there would be some risks she would have to take. She would be glad to do so. … Continue reading
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Tagged Awareness, Courage, Determination, faith, family, Love, Multiple Sclerosis, Prayer, Risk, Strength
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MS Run the US – What Are Your Blessings?
I have been given a tremendous opportunity to do something this year that literally could be life changing. Is it scary? Do I have doubts? Of course I do. I have them because this opportunity will require me to stretch and, … Continue reading
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Tagged Blessings, Challenges, Community, Determination, faith, Find a Cure, Generosity, Giving, Growth, MS Run the US, Multiple Sclerosis, OrangeArmy, Passion, running, Ultra Running
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This is a Dark Place. Depression is Real. Emerging From Grief Toward Wholeness – Part 5
Managing the loss of someone or something is never easy. The stages that you go through are difficult and not something anyone enjoys. For me, one of the most difficult stages of the process was depression. I’ve struggled with it … Continue reading
Posted in Emotional Growth, Personal Development
Tagged Belief, Choices, Coping, Death, Depression, Divorce, faith, God, Grief, Growth, Healing, Help, Hope, Life Changes, Loss, Love, Marriage, Reaching Out, Recovery, Self Worth, Suicide
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