Author: Garnetjewel
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Photo Dump “My Parents Wedding Shower”
In the newest photo dump of my family history these were a part of it. My Grandma Betty is wonderful. She saved everything from us grandchildren and her children and of hers and Grandpa’s. One of the major reasons for this is due to the fact that she was raised during the Great Depression. There…
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What brands do you associate with?-Writing Prompt
This very idea is on a lot of minds right now. There are a lot of variances between brands right now. Quantity versus quality, price range and even allegiances. Do these brands support your values? How do you know how to make the right decision for your and your family? What if a brand is…
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Reading Books
Growing up we watched PBS quite a bit. One of the Shows was Reading Rainbow with LeVar Burton. Oddly we also watched Mr. Rogers honestly, if anything his mannerisms in his life and his show came off differently to people. So why do I now have a much different opinion on both of these shows…
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More Heirlooms & Goosebumps
Over the years I have seen Grandma bring out little boxes that she has stowed items in. The insignia’s Grandpa wore on his service uniforms Dad brought them home from the house today. Everyone knows my interest in these things, but Dad is also showing his want for us to keep them in the family.…
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Back To Our Routine
Mom and I got back to our morning routine of walking first thing this morning. It felt good after missing yesterday not only did we have the funeral, but Mom and my brother had podiatrist appointments. One great blessing from the last few days was the beautiful sunny days we had for traveling both days.…
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What could you do more of?-Writing Prompt
Oh goodness there are a few ideas. I want to practice and do more musical specials once again. Different factors have made this harder and I am hoping to change this soon. There is always more room for me to be in scripture more, especially with some of these family heirlooms surrounding me. Having these…
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A Misunderstanding
The Lord has blessed me with a man who drives me crazy. I say this in the sweetest regard; I have never been crazier in love like this. We had a bit of a disagreement or rather I misconstrued his statement. Unfortunately it was out of nowhere and I was still getting over the fact…
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Coping Emotionally
This fuzzy photo is how my brain feels this afternoon. I haven’t cried all of my emotions out fully and yet knowing where she is has been the key. Not to say I don’t feel emotionally exhausted as I know my family feels in a much worse way. The past 48 hours have been such…
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Lines of Enforcement
Do you remember not so long ago colleges were requiring shots for students to even go back to online learning on top of being back in Campus for classes? Now a group is mad for another reason. Nothing about this situation was mandatory. Auburn University has a student group that recently saw an interest in…
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What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?-Writing Prompt
I know the best advice I have been given is to seek God’s will. Whether to pray for His guidance or ask Him to lead you to the right scripture for guidance. God has His own time table for his answers and wants us to learn more about Him through how He answers our questions…
Jewells of Thought 