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How Does Your Story Play Out?
Once upon a time, long ago and not so very far away, there was a young girl and her name was Tracey Hanratty. Tracey lived with her mom, dad and sister and had a happy home life. Back in the … Continue reading
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Happy Silver Anniversary
We did it! Here we are! August 10, 2016. 25 years later. Wow! Do you remember talking about it? Do you remember wondering what we would be like? How many kids we’d have? Where our careers would take us? … Continue reading
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Tagged 25th anniversary, family, love, marriage, relationships, silver anniversary, the good and the bad, wedding
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From the Mom of a High School Graduate
I’ve waited a long time to be able to share this entry and I’ve dreamed about being able to write it for many years. At one time I wasn’t even sure if I would be writing it at all. If … Continue reading
25 Years of Service
Mike and I were married almost 25 years ago. Mike is celebrating a 25th anniversary this month of a different sort; equally, if not even more significant than the day we were married. As Mike was introduced to my family … Continue reading
Time to Reconnect
Mike asked me last night when was the last time I blogged. I knew it had been a while but didn’t realize it had been two months. Sorry about that. Guess I’ll take a few minutes to fill you all … Continue reading
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Tagged 1st draft, 8 years old, accomplishments, autism, birthdays, family, graduation, school, sports, thankful, Two Rivers Wildlife Park
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Matthew is on a Mission!
Just when I thought we were getting ready to cuddle in for a long winter’s nap, Matthew came to Mike and I during the Christmas holidays with a plan. He has been talking about wanting to improve the raccoon’s enclosure … Continue reading
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Tagged autism, bottle blitz, collecting bottles, commitment, determination, fundraiser, raccoon, Two Rivers Wildlife Park, volunteering
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19 Years and Counting
I won’t lie. I was scared. Scared beyond words. I didn’t know how to be a mother. I was entrusted with this small life and I had no idea what I was supposed to do with it. The thought of … Continue reading
We Need to Talk About This
Originally posted on An Angel's Island:
My social media sites became filled last evening with news about Robin Williams’ death. Everyone was shocked, saddened, upset and devastated that this vivacious man who made it his job to make others…
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Happy 24th Anniversary, Mikey
Saturday, August 10, 1991 our special day finally arrived. The day we said “I Do”. 24 years ago. I’ve been thinking about how I’d do this entry for awhile. Wondering “What I’d Say”. There simply aren’t enough words or time to adequately … Continue reading
48 Years in the Making
48 years ago today was the groundbreaking for my path in life. 3 years before I was even born. 48 years ago today a child was born. This child was born into an incredible family where values, morals and respect … Continue reading
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Tagged family, father, fire service, great man, Happy Birthday, hubby, husband, love, radio
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