Category Archives: family

Still Cleaning Out

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Patti Fralix

It has been five weeks since we moved, and I am still cleaning out. I remain amazed at all of the stuff we have accumulated over the years. While moving from a 4800 square foot house to one that is … Continue reading →

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Saying Goodbye to Home

Posted on January 11, 2023 by Patti Fralix

With five minutes to spare, we left the keys and garage door openers on the counter, locked the doors, and left our home at 305 Dalton Drive for the last time. In five minutes, the new owners would come in … Continue reading →

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A Gift From Her Heart

Posted on December 28, 2022 by Patti Fralix

I am grateful for all of my gifts. Regardless of the specific gift, how much money was spent on it, or any other variables, gifts are a blessing to me. Gifts are my love language. I received some very thoughtful … Continue reading →

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Going Down Memory Lane

Posted on December 20, 2022 by Patti Fralix

Mike and I are still in the throes of cleaning out our home where we have lived for more than thirty-four years. In early January a new family will move in and we will move on to our next adventure. … Continue reading →

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Thankful, Grateful, and Blessed

Posted on November 15, 2022 by Patti Fralix

Next week many families gather for a time of food and fellowship. Our family will also, although we will be smaller in number than in some years. I think our highest number of family members and friends who have come … Continue reading →

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Dignity, Grace, and Faithful Service

Posted on September 23, 2022 by Patti Fralix

The world has mourned the passing of Queen Elizabeth II since her death on September 8th. Her funeral, on Monday, September 19th, which was planned by the Monarch herself, was watched by many people worldwide. Never has a world leader … Continue reading →

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Time Stands Still, Until It Doesn’t

Posted on September 15, 2022 by Patti Fralix

Thinking about the recent death of Queen Elizabeth ll at 96 years of age (more about that next week) has me counting the years. At soon to be 71 years old, I wonder how long I will live. Probably not … Continue reading →

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What To Do When Disappointment Sets In

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Patti Fralix

Sometimes life gives us more disappointment than we are almost able to bear. Of course, there is plenty of joy also, and I do not ever forget that. That fact does not help, however, when I am having a pity … Continue reading →

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Southern Hospitality

Posted on July 29, 2022 by Patti Fralix

Nothing represents southern hospitality more than food and fellowship. I have had a lot of both lately. As I thought about this week’s blog, it occurred to me that we all may need a reminder of the importance of reaching … Continue reading →

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Remembering Uncle Barry

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Patti Fralix

This has been a sad week for me. Sunday was Father’s Day, which is always a difficult day for me. Neither my legal father nor my biological father was very fatherly. Since they are both deceased, there is no possibility … Continue reading →

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