Author Archives: Tracey

Getting it…

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Tracey

Sometimes it isn’t enough to know about cancer.  We have to understand the ever changing emotion the cancer victim suffers.   No day is the same as the previous. I think people get desensitized to the emotion of cancer.   Just because … Continue reading →

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Surviving the Empty Nest

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Tracey

Empty Nest Syndrome is the moment you realize it’s time to say goodbye to your “children” and welcome the adult you have helped them become.   This is a natural part of life, a transition not just for you but for … Continue reading →

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Tell me why we are doing this again!?

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Tracey

Have you ever decided to do something really tough, that will make you sick, make it hard to get out of bed, or make you question your sanity? That is where we are with June.   She finished a month of … Continue reading →

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Love Yourself

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Tracey

Love and Take Care of Yourself and Embrace Your “Gifts” You Bring to Others Embrace your passions, authenticity, generosity, gratitude, curiosity and courage toward living each day with meaning and purpose.

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Myths of the Traditional Grief Process

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Tracey

Traditionally it is thought that we grieve in a standard manner:  denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and finally acceptance.   Seems like a nice little happy path with a few bumps, right?   But what if you go back and forth between anger … Continue reading →

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Summer Family Fun

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Tracey

5 Tips For Summer Family Fun Take a vote Keep a budget Do something new – for everyone! Collect memories (magnets, key chains, or t-shirts from everywhere you go) Plan a stay-cation with activities and interests for everyone!

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Throwing of the Towel

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Tracey

I’m sure you all know someone who has said, “I give up, I just can’t do it anymore.”  or “Lord, take me now, I’m ready.”   When you hear someone you love say those words it has a very potent impact. … Continue reading →

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Dating after Divorce

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Tracey

You just got divorced, or perhaps you’ve been single again for a while.   When is the right time to get involved again?  How do you know you are ready to get in another relationship? Believe it or not but there … Continue reading →

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The Caregiver Role

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Tracey

What is a caregiver?  Who are they? Guess what – It can be anyone doing anything that is helpful to the person who needs it.   I help take June to the doctor, run errands, sit in treatments, and I’ve even … Continue reading →

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Too Sensitive?

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Tracey

To those who have been accused of being too sensitive. You are a breath of fresh air for those who aren’t sensitive at all!

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