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Five Minute Friday: Connect

Five Minute Friday: Connect


It's Five Minute Friday when we write for five minutes on a word given to us each week by Lisa-Jo of Gypsy Mama.  Our word for today is ...CONNECT. GO I love people.  I enjoy being around people. There's something about making a connection with others that can be such a source of love, comfort and encouragement.  Of course, there's always a risk of getting hurt.  I see so many people who avoid relationships because of that fear. But I've discovered that reaching out and connecting with others is well worth it. My friends have been there…
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Debbie Petras
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Back to School Time

Back to School Time


It's that time of year again.  It's back to school time. I had a good summer spent moving and getting settled in our condo. I also had the opportunity to visit family and to rest.  I'm ready to get going and have a wonderful school year with our classroom of three year old children. I had a special blessing yesterday during our church service.  Pastor Dan asked all of the teachers, teachers aides, and anyone who works with children's education to come up to the front of the sanctuary.  He included the home school moms too.  He thanked …
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Debbie Petras
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Come and Rest

Come and Rest


Come and rest here.  It sounds like a plan.  I welcome a place where I can rest. Source: s-u-n-s-h-i-n-e-soul.tumblr.com via Debbie on Pinterest I'm ready to pack my bags.  So, where are we going?  I ask this question so I can be ready and prepared. Source: coastalliving.com via Debbie on Pinterest Will I be going to a beautiful peaceful island?  I would love to sit quietly and feel the cool ocean breeze, smell the salt air and simply ...rest . Although a vacation on a paradise island would be lovely, it doesn't last. Eventually, I have to return…
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Debbie Petras
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