Tag Archives: life

Wearing O’ the Green

Posted on March 17, 2026 by janieleeds

It’s St. Patrick’s Day today and, of course, I’ll be wearing green. After all, why not? I have a lil’ bit of Irish in me from my ancestors, although even if I didn’t, I like to celebrate along with everyone … Continue reading →

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Write Write Write

Posted on March 15, 2026 by janieleeds

Negative feelings, yup, I’ve had more than a few and you’ve read (or I’ve posted) many times when life felt out of hand. There’s a bunch of posts that I never published either, sitting in drafts because I just had … Continue reading →

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Dog/Cat

Posted on March 11, 2026 by janieleeds

I remember when the kids were little, there was a cartoon called DogCat or something like it. Does that ring a bell with you? Anyway, the character was part dog, part cat and I think that’s me to a T. … Continue reading →

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Time March-es On…

Posted on March 1, 2026 by janieleeds

Hello March! You’ve arrived with all the blustery nuances of the weather’s uncertainty. This morning it was snowing just a bit before the sun peeked out even though it remained cold. I guess we’ll supposedly be experiencing more flurries this … Continue reading →

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Friendship and Galentine’s Day

Posted on February 22, 2026 by janieleeds

I’m not about to wax poetic about the value of friendships but I will tell you that I never realized until the ex-hubs left how important my gal pals were. And they really are. I have all kinds by the … Continue reading →

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It’s Just a Bed…Right?

Posted on February 5, 2026 by janieleeds

I sold the bedroom furniture from the marriage. I know, I know. It took me long enough – partly because I didn’t have any other bed to sleep in and in part because, well, I picked it out and had … Continue reading →

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Want, Need, Require

Posted on January 9, 2026 by janieleeds

My mission is simple. Pack up a decades’ house full of memories into bite-sized boxes in order to move in a few weeks to a smaller place. It’s not easy for a sentimental packrat like me who likes her memories … Continue reading →

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Making Peace with the Past for My Future Plans

Posted on January 6, 2026 by janieleeds

I have been making plans for the future more often than not lately because I am moving. Starting a new life and I’m very excited about it! In fact, I’ve woken up from vivid dreams in which I’m standing with … Continue reading →

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Love, Love, Love

Posted on January 4, 2026 by janieleeds

I know, I know. You probably think that it’s a cheesy response. But what else would you expect from this GenX’er girl who grew up singing along with the album Belladonna by Stevie Nicks? I’m a hopeful romantic and I … Continue reading →

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