“All you need is just 20 seconds – 20 seconds of insane courage.” We Bought a Zoo is one of those heart-warming family films that …
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Car Trouble
“Ahh! I think I have a flat tire. I’ll have to call you back.” Click. I tossed my phone in the passenger seat and huffed dramatically. …
Read More »My Flight Home
“Dad, I want to come home.” A tear slid down my cheek as I choked back uncontrollable sobs. It had only been three hours – …
Read More »A New Puppy
Puppy licks, snuggles, and soft, furry paws make me incredibly happy. I absolutely love dogs, having owned more than my fair share of them. Golden …
Read More »Healthy Habits
“Can I get you anything else?” Staring at my leafy salad, I paused before replying, “Yes, I’ll have a side of garlic parmesan fries as …
Read More »GRADual Insight
Madeleine Mae Temple-Lowe.” My heart raced as my name rang out among the sea of people. This was it—the most exciting moment I’d worked so …
Read More »Spring Cleaning
The fresh scent of lavender soap and clean laundry waft through my apartment. Ahh! Spring is finally here and with it comes the undeniable urge …
Read More »Panic and Prayer
It’s a recurring nightmare that happens to me frequently. A line of cars face me, staring my vehicle down with destructive intent. A flash of …
Read More »What Love Is
Shiny boxes, chocolate-dipped strawberries, crimson roses—Valentine’s Day! I like to call it “Love Day” because I believe it shouldn’t just be limited to those in …
Read More »When We Eloped
Today is the day. I stared at my reflection in the smudged glass, running my hand down the side of my purple, sequin dress. What would …
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