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A woman with long blonde hair smiling outdoors, with a daisy flower near her face and sunlit hair, set against a pink background with floral illustrations.

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The Stories Our Homes Tell

I received the silver tray as a wedding gift thirty-three years ago. I already had the glass cloche, but I wondered what I could display inside.

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It’s Shark Week…with a playlist!

It’s time to celebrate one of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean. Everything about sharks!

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French Moderns at the Frick Museum

I stood just inches from works by Matisse, Renoir, and Degas. I took time to look closely at the brushstrokes and the shapes of the sculptures.

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Seventeen Years Later: Remembering Brett

This photo shows my brother Brett and me at his college graduation. He was killed by a drunk driver when he was 37.

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National Mural Day in June

My boys are really into their painting and chalk drawings. I’m still learning to work on bigger projects, but I’m giving it a try.

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My Top 3 Non-Profit Organizations

I’m excited to share my short list of three favorite nonprofit organizations with you this #GivingTuesday! These groups are close to my heart, and I believe they do wonderful work.

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Monday with Johnny Nash

For #MusicMonday, I'm excited to share "I Can See Clearly Now" by Johnny Nash! This song was suggested by Dave Farrell, whose family, I believe, I have known forever. A perfect song for A Hippie Chick blog.

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Resources Supporting LGBTQ+

🌈 June is Pride Month, but support for the LGBTQ+ community should extend year-round. This post was originally published last year.

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Celebrate World Otter Day With Me!

It’s World Otter Day! #WorldOtterDay Enjoy furry distractions that will brighten your day. You’re welcome.

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101st Airborne: A Screaming Eagles Story

A proud paratrooper, a little dog named Shane, and a moment I won’t forget. 🇺🇸

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Did We Tell You? A Graduation Letter

It’s Graduation time! This letter to our graduates might be just the prompt you're looking for.

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Every Mother Counts: Working for Maternal Health

Every Mother Counts: Safe and respectful maternity care is a basic human right.

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