Friday, April 19 2024 - 1:38 PM

Madeleine Lowe

writes from the Midwest.

Practicing Self-Care

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Last week, I scrolled through social media and came across a picture of self-care rituals. Curious, I pressed on the picture and began reading proper …

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Priceless in His Eyes

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“What about this, Dad?” Holding up a colorful square box, I grimaced as dust particles speckled my clothes. My father glanced down with a smile, …

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Passing of Time

Stale light reflected off his computer screen as he sipped on lukewarm coffee. I glanced up at my father, stained papers piled up high on …

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Matters of the Heart

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Social media debates have a way of sucking you in. Maybe not at first, or even intentionally, but somehow they bait you out of curiosity. …

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Paying It Forward

Sunshine peeked into my apartment windows, streaming its friendly rays onto my kitchen counter. Grabbing my purse, I slid my wallet in and snatched my …

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A Spoonful of Kindness

Snowflakes drifted onto the windshield as the temperature dipped along with the sun. I drug my weak body into the seat, using every ounce of …

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Night of Traditions

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Twinkle lights, fresh snowfalls, peppermint everything, and the smell of pine trees are a few of my favorite things associated with Christmas. Every year, I …

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Unexplained Loss

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“Staff, I have some shocking and terrible news. Evan passed away early this morning.” Stunned silence permeated the air with a bitter scent that sent …

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I Need a Hug!

I need a hug! At the risk of sounding despondent, I’ve come to the conclusion that I need more hugs on a daily basis. As …

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