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Author: lauraLin

​​I am the mother of three, Concord University alumna, over Youth Services at a local library, and weekend pharmacy technician. I have self-published two books - In Death There is Life, and A Day at The Fire Department - and have recently signed with a publisher for my third book - Routines. I love to write as it allows me to live vicariously through my characters in a world that is of my imagining. In addition to writing, I enjoy photography, hiking, and spending time with my family.

Weed Your Garden

September 5, 2020September 5, 2020 lauraLinLeave a comment

You can make a flower bed and grow beautiful flowers, but if you don’t tend to it regularly, it will soon be overrun by weeds.

Posted in OPEN HEART, OPEN MIND, slice of life, UncategorizedTagged garden, priorities, self-analyzing, self-care, spirit, well-being, zen life

Invest in YOU!

August 29, 2020 lauraLin1 Comment

This didn’t happen overnight, it was a gradual buildup of time theft. The intruder was so stealthy that I never even knew it was there until I had reached the bottom of my coffer.

Posted in slice of life, UncategorizedTagged investment, priorities, self-analyzing, self-care, time, time management

A Short Jaunt Through the Woods

August 10, 2020 lauraLinLeave a comment

Though we had intended for about an hour’s walk, this new path allowed us to dip our feet (multiple times) into the cool waters of the mountain....

Posted in OPEN HEART, OPEN MIND, Parks and Recreation, slice of life, UncategorizedTagged Camp Creek State Park, Camp Creek WV, experiences, hiking, hiking trails, journey, memories, misadventure, moments, woods

I Chose to Become Obsessed with Gnomes

July 28, 2020 lauraLinLeave a comment

In a world obsessed with Covid, I chose to become obsessed with gnomes, and masks.

Posted in slice of life, Uncategorized, World TodayTagged back to school, choices, covid-19, fear, gnomes, life today, masks

My Past DOES Define Me

July 4, 2020 lauraLinLeave a comment

I have seen inspirational pictures saying “don’t let your past define your future.” Though I understand the message that is being conveyed, the truth is, our past does define us. Our past makes us who we are today,

Posted in OPEN HEART, OPEN MIND, slice of lifeTagged choices, contentment, happiness, journey, life, past, peace, positive attitude, positivity, regrets

Choose How You React

June 16, 2020June 16, 2020 lauraLin1 Comment

My ability to stay positive was quickly slipping as I realized more changes would soon be on the way; I felt the slippery slope of depression hugging at the corner of my spirit.

Posted in OPEN HEART, OPEN MIND, Parenting, slice of lifeTagged anger, change, chaos, choices, confussion, control, covid-19, depression, empty nest, Empty nest syndrome, family, fear, hurt, power, protests, racism, riots, World Today

Normal isn’t a Good Thing

May 21, 2020 lauraLin2 Comments

People say they can’t wait for things to return to normal, but I truly hope it doesn’t return. Normal wasn’t good. It wasn’t healthy for our minds, bodies,or spirits. It wasn’t good for our world.

Posted in OPEN HEART, OPEN MIND, slice of life, World TodayTagged anxiety, Caronavirus, change, covid-19, family, fear, hope, humanity, people, time

Meteor Shower Memories

May 5, 2020 lauraLinLeave a comment

Just like the streaking lights of a meteor shower, our time with our kids is fleeting, brightening our little corner of the world for a brief moment before spreading out into the universe.

Posted in Parenting, slice of life, UncategorizedTagged backyard adventures, empty nest, family, family activities, inspiration, life, meteor shower, Parenting, people, space station, star gazing

It’s so Little to Ask

April 26, 2020May 3, 2020 lauraLinLeave a comment

Three simple things were asked of us: stay home, wash your hands, and, if you do go out, wear a mask. It is a small sacrifice to make when so many have given so much.

Posted in slice of life, World TodayTagged Caronavirus, covid-19, life, opinion, school, society, stay home, wear a mask, wear your mask, work

What Motivates You?

April 16, 2020 lauraLin1 Comment

Whatever motivates you, define it.  Then, write it down so you can look at it when you feel a bit lost.  This is your guiding light, the north on your compass.

Posted in slice of life, Writer's journeyTagged blogging, conversation, dreams, inspiration, journalism, life, motivation, work, Writer's journey

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