Tag Archives: love

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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Holiday Anxiety

Posted on December 24, 2025 by janieleeds

I’m steeling myself for the holidays this year. Frankly, I think it’s what happens every year as somehow the ex’s family mucks up my holidays by pitting the kids against each other and demanding their presence throughout the holiday season. … Continue reading →

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I Dunno

Posted on December 22, 2025 by janieleeds

Imagine me with my arms raised in the “I don’t know” stance because again, last night, the older kid told me how my “magical thinking” could be seen as a detriment and a superpower, but mostly my downfall. Because from … Continue reading →

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I Learned Allowance

Posted on December 16, 2025 by janieleeds

I know it sounds funny to say allowance and not mean the couple of bucks we got weekly for doing chores back in the day. (I am a GenX girl!) But what I’m getting at is just not trying to … Continue reading →

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