Monthly Archives: October 2020

Controlling What We Can Control

Posted on October 30, 2020 by Patti Fralix

As I sit in a lovely condo in Blowing Rock, NC on a three day get-a-away with my husband, the rain from the remnants of Hurricane Zeta is pounding all around. It is predicted to rain most of the time … Continue reading →

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What the World Needs Now

Posted on October 23, 2020 by Patti Fralix

Have you noticed that many things take more time lately, lately meaning since COVID-19? This is especially true when you call a physician’s office or a pharmacy. Once the phone is answered (not by a live voice, of course, but … Continue reading →

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Making a Big Impact

Posted on October 14, 2020 by Patti Fralix

“Your actions do not have to be big to make a big impact.” This is a statement I heard recently from the woman who started Lasagna Mamas, a movement gaining momentum across the country. This group spreads good will by … Continue reading →

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Values and Commitment

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Patti Fralix

When I am happy, I write. When I am confused, I write. When I am bothered, I write. This week, I am confused and bothered. So, I write. Perhaps clarity and peace will come once I put my thoughts on … Continue reading →

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90 Years and Counting

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Patti Fralix

Uncle Barry, our family’s patriarch, turned 90 years of age on September 29, 2020. Due to COVID, we have not seen him since last Christmas. But a birthday of this magnitude needed to be celebrated, although the celebration was on … Continue reading →

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