Writing
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Why My Nicknames Are Anything but Unique
It’s a boring story, honestly. I mean, with a name like Roxanna, you can guess my nicknames: Rox and Roxie, simply shorter versions of my name. Continue reading
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Book Review: The Night We Lost Him By Laura Dave
This title is available on Amazon in paperback, hardcover, Kindle, or audiobook formats. It’s also available at your local library through the Libby App. The audiobook, published September 17, 2024, is narrated by Julia Whelan. Publishers describe the book as a combination of soulful suspense and evocative family drama, labeling it a thriller and a… Continue reading
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Effective Wellness Strategies: From Wall Pilates to Art Therapy
Well, let’s see. I have doctor appointments with the omnipractionner, neurologist, therapist, and the assigned reading that ensues. The readings are not always helpful, but sometimes they offer valuable insights. Continue reading
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Book Review: Unf*ck Your Brain: Using Science to Get Over Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Freak-Outs, and Triggers by Faith G. Harper, PhD, LPC-S, ACS, CAN
Harper’s self-help book is available on Amazon in paperback, hardcopy, Kindle, and audiobook, or at your local library through the Libby App. The audiobook is narrated by the author, although someone should have warned her that the sound quality is poor and offers disturbing echoes similar to being recorded in a restroom stall. Also, yes, Continue reading
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Book Review: The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory
In this debut novel, Guillory starts strong with an original meet-cute scene when the main characters, Alexa Monroe and Drew Nichols, get trapped in a broken-down elevator and share some soft cheese with crackers, engaging in witty banter and flirtatious looks. By the end of the encounter, Drew has Alexa agreeing to be his fake… Continue reading
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Navigating the Digital Landscape: Weeds of Misinformation
In today’s world, it’s alarming how fast information spreads. Good or bad, it’s like weeds invading every corner, and good luck getting rid of them. Continue reading
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My Power Playlists To Improve My Focus
Well, as most of you know, I’ve been on medical leave now for what feels like forever, but, when I sit at my computer do to a bit of writing I ask ‘Alexa’ to play me some heavy metal, hard rock, classic rock, alternative rock, blues, country or even some classical channels depending on the… Continue reading
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Ice Cream: The Ultimate Comfort Food in Every Season
I scream, you scream, we scream for, you guessed it, Ice Cream. Yes, I’m that typical person. My go-to comfort food is ice cream. Can you blame me? All the delicious flavors, the creamy texture, the unlimited toppings, All the delicious flavors, the creamy texture, the unlimited toppings, and the dippings. Continue reading
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Who Let the Dog Out?
Dogs or cats? I think my dog with grab his leash and walk himself out the door to find a new forever home if I’d say cat. Definitely dog! Continue reading
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Managing Anxiety: Lessons from Life’s Unpredictability
I guess it depends on the day. Some days, the silence is deafening, and all the thoughts I want to avoid push their way in. Other times, I find peace in it. Why can I go from one moment where I can’t handle the silence to the next, where I relish it? Please, someone explain Continue reading
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