What Giving Thanks Can Do for us in 2020…(if we let it)

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‘2020’ has become a punchline for all negative things that have happened to us during this past year. It’s not uncommon to hear, “that’s sooo 2020!” when discussing our struggles with friends and family. In a way, I’m glad that we are able to laugh and release some of the pressure that has built up […]

How I Get Through “One More Day”

Dayum! Drop the mic! I read this poem on Instagram this morning and it was one of those that just knocked my socks off. I immediately Googled to find out the poet and his (yes…HIS!) name is Reggie Nulan and you can find him on Facebook here along with so many other brilliant poems that […]

Chronic Illness & Comfort Zones

Yesterday I was in what they call ‘Happy Valley’ … It’s where my son Jake goes to college and it’s the nickname of Penn State University. I have no idea where the nickname originated, but I would imagine it has something to do with the general disposition & feeling in that incredible college town… Everyone […]

Lauren Blanchard
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Author, Gratitude Addict, Chronic Pain Advocate, Storyteller, Community Builder, and Encourager of joyful living.