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Ripples of Good

On January 16, 2023January 15, 2023 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi1 Comment

Just as I need the continued reminder about making a difference through love, I also need frequent reminders how daily actions, interactions, decisions, choices, habits, and routines can have an impact on those around us and, in turn, can ripple out far and wide.

Seasons of Stuff

On October 24, 2022October 23, 2022 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: WendiLeave a comment

The parallel between my attachment to my possessions and my obsession to constantly be productive went much deeper than emotional spirals. I realized I was allowing both to define my worth as a person.

Life After Graduation

On June 15, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Jessica, Jobs2 Comments

As the 2020 graduation season wraps up, I have reflected on my own graduation milestones, particularly my college graduation.  Sometimes it seems as if my college days happened just yesterday.  I remember the late nights studying in the basement of my dorm building, sitting on the old, faded sofa that was lit by the red …

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“You are never ‘just a'”

On June 8, 2020June 8, 2020 By theunexpectedeveraftersIn Author: Wendi, Family, Jobs, Parenting4 Comments

He looked straight at me and kindly but firmly said, “You are never ‘just a.’”

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