Creativity
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External Motivation
I often need a push from a force outside of myself to do the things I long for. Today I am using such a tool. I joined an online writing group. This is different from other groups I have attended… Continue reading
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Mary Oliver
The American poet, Mary Oliver, passed away recently from cancer. I was not familiar with her, but I feel like I should have been. Certainly, I had heard what may be her most famous line, “Tell me, what is it you… Continue reading
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Feeding My Soul
After a busy week, I find it extremely necessary to do things that make me happy. Otherwise, what is the point? If I don’t get the chance to express myself in meaningful ways, I feel like a robot. Continue reading
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Stretching Myself
This move and new job have resulted in me pushing myself beyond what I was comfortable with. I hadn’t realized how lazy and inert I had become over the past few years. There are so many smart, talented, hardworking people… Continue reading
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Six Years
Jim and I celebrate the six-year anniversary of our first date today. We have both been very busy and stressed with work, financial worries, and adaptation to a new place. Yesterday, we explored Old Town in Alexandria, our new home.… Continue reading
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Goals
I have never been much of a goal-oriented person. Instead, I tend to let things unfold. I realize that my happiness and self-worth are not tied to achievement. However, I still want to achieve. I want to do good work, even… Continue reading
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Vacation
I need a vacation. I need to go somewhere cool and fun. To walk along a beach or on a street teeming with interesting people, places, and things. To feel uplifted and fancy-free. To read an entire chapter of a… Continue reading
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The Future
I am excited about the future. Change is on the horizon for me. I am hopeful that new opportunities will appear. Life is short. I want to do things that make me happy and that are meaningful. Continue reading
Laura, Part 2 