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I am to blame…

I cried yesterday, hell my eyes didn’t even dry all the way before I found myself crying again. My heart aches, and it could have been avoided. One of my sisters and her children lost their lives, one of my … Continue reading

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Grateful for Graciousness

Although some of you may begin to understand the NEW Renee, but there is more just about me. Continue reading

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Losing Interest

I hope everyone is doing well.  I left you last time with how I was trying to cope with losing my professional identity and how I turned to my family to deal with that.  When it comes to my family, … Continue reading

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Five Types of Military Moms

Trending on Facebook is a humorous video showing the different types of Moms you meet. From the PTA Mom who is always organized and herding the group to the Experienced Mom offering well-intentioned advice or the always-late Hot Mess Mom; … Continue reading

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Was It All In My Head?

I left you all last time saying I would take you on my journey.  The journey of how fibro affected my profession, my family, my friends and me.  I will start with my profession; as this is the one area … Continue reading

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I WAS STRUGGLING WITH LOSING ME

Introductions only seem appropriate in the beginning.  My name is Renee and I’m 43 years old.  I’ve been married for 25 years and have an adopted son who is 21.  When I got married, my husband was serving in the … Continue reading

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Volunteering is Good for You

I joined Military Spouses of Strength in July of 2015 as their Social Media Coordinator. Not being familiar with MSoS, I needed to do some research. At the time, I thought that I didn’t have much experience with “mental health”, … Continue reading

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Why I gave up.

Last week I talked about fighting back from depression even if it overwhelms you again and again. Introspection, self-reflection, leaning on others for support are all very important keys to being able to fight and withstand. But there is something … Continue reading

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Make Your Heart a Priority

As the calendar flips into February, we start thinking about hearts. Valentine’s Day is first to come to mind, but it should be the heart beating in your chest. February is National Heart Month with an emphasis on raising awareness … Continue reading

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UNLOVABLE

What do you do when your world falls apart? When all of the “Yes I Can’s” and “I am Strong’s” crumble around you and you find yourself sifting through the ashes wondering, “What the hell was that?” So awhile back … Continue reading

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