stupid things well-meaning people say

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Sitting  up in my seat with my laptop cradled, I worked from my favorite Fayetteville coffee shop earlier this week. It's the one I don't work from much because of all the faces that I know and good talk more than work happens, which is all fun but not always good when deadlines fast approach. I wished the dark corners of the shop were open but instead I sat framed in the sunlight from the … [Read more...]

Earning My Way

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I have mentioned in a number of posts that my job is a little on the crazy, wonderful, unpredictable and amazing side on a regular basis, and the current post will only prove that in new and beautiful way. I work with young adults with special needs. My job challenges me everyday.   With that, this week I had a great example of watching someone struggle through something that we all … [Read more...]

beauty in the broken places

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I sat cross legged on the floor, nibbling off a fancy food tray that had sliced chocolate cake and strawberries on it. It sat on our ottoman that recently had dirty little boy feet jumping off of it and I laughed that. I love serving on beautiful platters that remind me of another life and food that you can't say no to.  I scraped chocolate icing with my strawberry  and savored it. The … [Read more...]

A Little Vlog For Your Weekend.

Here's a Vlog for this fantastic day. I hope your weekend is filled with greatness! Love, G.   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZRPMzrsWI0&feature=youtu.be … [Read more...]