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How Does Your Story Play Out?

Posted on November 9, 2018 by angeloftheisland

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

Posted on August 10, 2016 by angeloftheisland

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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From the Mom of a High School Graduate

Posted on June 27, 2016 by angeloftheisland

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 →

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25 Years of Service

Posted on April 9, 2016 by angeloftheisland

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 →

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Time to Reconnect

Posted on March 27, 2016 by angeloftheisland

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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Matthew is on a Mission!

Posted on January 8, 2016 by angeloftheisland

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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19 Years and Counting

Posted on October 7, 2015 by angeloftheisland

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 →

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We Need to Talk About This

Posted on August 12, 2015 by angeloftheisland

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

Posted on August 9, 2015 by angeloftheisland

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 →

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48 Years in the Making

Posted on August 3, 2015 by angeloftheisland

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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