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Daily Writing Prompt for Friday, March 7th

I learned today that at least one person, a teacher’s assistant, thinks I do a good job in working with the younger elementary grades. I substituted today in a first grade class and had a good experience. I’ve worked with this particular group of children before and that certainly helps. I normally just like toContinue reading “Daily Writing Prompt for Friday, March 7th”

My Favorite Drink….

It would be nearly impossible to list just one. In the colder months, it’s definitely coffee….To be specific, sugar-free vanilla or pistachio latte, breve, with whipped cream……In the warmer months, I gravitate towards either diet Sundrip or Mt. Dew….either one will work. And truth be told, I’d drink all three, given the chance, any timeContinue reading “My Favorite Drink….”

Lenten Sabbatical from Social Media

Once again this year, I’ll be taking a leave of absence from all social media during the season of Lent. The time period is officially Wed, Mar 5, 2025 – Thu, Apr 17, 2025, but I always extend it until the morning of Easter Sunday, which will be April 20th. I’ve taken this sabbatical forContinue reading “Lenten Sabbatical from Social Media”

My Adventure with Dentures – Part Ten

Nearly two months ago, I had my remaining teeth removed and immediate dentures put in their place. The journey has been anything but easy and definitely life-changing. As time goes on, I’m getting more used to having them and eating is not the chore it once was. Lessons definitely have been learned and I thinkContinue reading “My Adventure with Dentures – Part Ten”

My Adventure with Dentures – Part Nine

It’s been five weeks since I’ve gotten a full set of dentures and I’m beginning to see some light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve been able to eat some of the heartier foods that I actually enjoy and even though there are still challenges, it’s at least getting better. One of the challengesContinue reading “My Adventure with Dentures – Part Nine”

My Adventure with Dentures – Part Nine

It’s been five weeks since I’ve gotten a full set of dentures and I’m beginning to see some light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve been able to eat some of the heartier foods that I actually enjoy and even though there are still challenges, it’s at least getting better. One of the challengesContinue reading “My Adventure with Dentures – Part Nine”

My Adventure with Dentures – Part Eight

I’ve officially passed the one month mark since the oral surgery to extract my remaining teeth and putting my dentures in place. It’s definitely not been the easiest of life transitions, but I’m beginning to see some improvement over time. The one month mark of my adventure with dentures has come and gone. With eachContinue reading “My Adventure with Dentures – Part Eight”

My Adventure with Dentures – Part Seven

A big part of this journey learning to live with a complete set of dentures is psychological in nature. Although I know full well I shouldn’t be concerned with what other people think, I sometimes wonder if others can take note of the fact there’s something different about the way I appear and the wayContinue reading “My Adventure with Dentures – Part Seven”