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"Morphing into a Better World" - by Mark VL
Twists, Turns, and a Bonus
Jan 4
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A Healing Leap from Loss to Magic
At certain times in our lives, we tend to focus more on the bookends than the books.
Dec 25, 2025
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A Gem to be Treasured
A ONE MINUTE READ
Dec 18, 2025
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Mark VanLaeys
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Emily - a Tiny Tribute to a Wonderful Soul
Mar 6, 2025
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So, Today is Apparently My Last Day
Mar 22, 2024
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We Don't Always Get to Call the Shots
Apr 28, 2024
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Travels to Uncharted Territories
Jul 21, 2024
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"Vet Stranded, Broke, and Hungry "
Sep 15, 2023
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Enlightened by Loss
May 5, 2025
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Knee Jerks and Unintended Consequences
A ONE MINUTE READ - BUT LARGER THAN ANY CAT
Nov 19, 2025
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I Want to Live in a World . . .
A ONE MINUTE READ
Apr 14, 2024
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Growing Beyond Assumptions to Respect
A THREE MINUTE READ
Oct 31, 2025
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It is Our Fingers that Turn the Dials
Metaphor alert! A three-minute read
Oct 17, 2025
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Mark VanLaeys
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Saved by a Duck Lady and Company
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Oct 11, 2025
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Mark VanLaeys
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Immigrants and Grit - that's America!
Another coincidence?
Sep 27, 2025
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Maybe There Aren't Enough Dreamers
"A Song for Emily" . . . and Beyond
Sep 14, 2025
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