Category Archives: family

Fall Is In the Air

Posted on September 10, 2021 by Patti Fralix

It happens so quickly. Summer ends and Fall begins. Well, not so quickly, but it seems like it. I realize that Fall does not technically arrive until Wednesday, September 22nd. But today with lots of rain and no sunshine in … Continue reading →

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How Do We Spend Our Time?

Posted on July 24, 2021 by Patti Fralix

Summer is passing quickly, and you may have a lot left that you want to do before fall arrives. Whether you have children who will be back in school soon or whether you are back working physically at an office, … Continue reading →

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While We Still Have Some Time

Posted on July 14, 2021 by Patti Fralix

Summer is in full swing. Once the 4th of July holiday has come and gone, it seems that summer speeds along. With many schools starting by early August, the lazy days of summer soon come to an end. Before Fall … Continue reading →

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Freedom of a Different Nature

Posted on June 30, 2021 by Patti Fralix

The 4th of July, when we celebrate our nation’s freedom, is Sunday. Many will be gathering to honor our country. This is fitting, a tribute worthy of our time. Tomorrow our loved ones and friends will have a gathering of … Continue reading →

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When Time Stands Still

Posted on June 24, 2021 by Patti Fralix

My heart is broken. My dear Uncle Barry, who I have blogged about many times, passed away yesterday in the early morning. Uncle Barry was more than an uncle, he was my most constant father figure. He cared for me … Continue reading →

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Honor Thy Father

Posted on June 19, 2021 by Patti Fralix

Father’s Day is fast approaching, so of course one could think that this blog is because of Father’s Day. While the thought of doing a blog on fathers was stimulated by the holiday, the points made within are not just … Continue reading →

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37 Years and Counting

Posted on April 29, 2021 by Patti Fralix

Where do the years go? Most of us can attest to the saying, “The days pass slowly, but the years fly by.” This is certainly true of Mike’s and my marriage. April 28, 2021 was our 37th anniversary. When I … Continue reading →

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What is Really Important?

Posted on April 23, 2021 by Patti Fralix

COVID has changed many people, me included. Some things that previously bothered me, no longer do. Well, that isn’t totally true. Some of those things still bother me, I just choose to let some of them go. I have decided … Continue reading →

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Beauty in Many Forms

Posted on April 16, 2021 by Patti Fralix

I learned many years ago that I have a need for beauty. Not a want, but a need. I have recognized that when my life lacks beauty, I am out of sorts. Beauty is found in many tangible items. I … Continue reading →

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Life Can Change So Quickly

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Patti Fralix

I tried to write about something other than the tragedies of the past few days, but I couldn’t. The stories of the Atlanta and Boulder killings grabbed me and wouldn’t let go. I don’t know what I can add to … Continue reading →

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