Yearly Archives:: 2011

OMG…..That Was So Funny…….

June 30th, 2011
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When was the last time you had a really good laugh?
I’m talking about the kind of laughter that comes from way down deep; when you can’t catch your breath or you accidentally spit out whatever you are eating or drinking because you can’t contain the laughter anymore and you have to let it out.

Spontaneous, out loud laughter that is contagious and blows the stress out of your system.  That’s what I’m talking about.

Doctors say laughter is great for your health because it reduces stress and strengthens your immune system….and who cares whether you have health insurance or … Read More

21 Candles

June 25th, 2011
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Today, I am sending out a special message to my fantastic son today on his 21st birthday: HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!! MAY LOVE, GOOD HEALTH AND HAPPINESS BE YOURS, TODAY AND ALWAYS!!!!!!!!!!!! MAY YOU HAVE MANY, MANY MORE BIRTHDAYS, FULL OF FAMILY & FRIENDS. .  I’M SO PROUD OF YOU!!! XO MOM… Read More

Going To The Source

June 24th, 2011
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There’s a lot to be said for following an “information is power” philosophy when dealing with a life crisis. When you are grieving the loss of a loved one or facing a serious tragedy that life has thrown you, it feels as though you are playing 52 pick-up.  For those of you who aren’t familiar with this child’s game, it’s when someone takes a deck of cards and tosses all of them in the air.  The cards come flying down, willy nilly, landing wherever they want.  The player then has to put the cards back in order, similiar to what… Read More

Daddies Day

June 19th, 2011
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This post is a big shout out to all of the wonderful men out there who love and provide for their beautiful children.  If your Dad is no longer alive, I hope you tell funny and sentimental stories about him today or think about the special things you did together.  I’d also like to give some recognition to the fantastic men who continually reach out to the children who need a Dad in their lives. Father’s Day is a celebration of all Dads and all of the important emotional and material contributions they make for the good of their families… Read More

Winterthur & Longwood Gardens — Guided Tour on 06/22/11

June 8th, 2011
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Come spend the day at Winterthur!  Nestled in the heart of Delaware’s beautiful Brandywine Valley, this extraordinary museum, garden and library offers a variety of things to see. Founded by Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur (pronouned “winter-tour”) is the premier museum of American decorative arts, reflecting both early America and the du Pont family’s life there.  Its 60-acre naturalistic garden is among the country’s best, and its research library serves scholars from around the world.  Come visit and explore this place of beauty, history and learning. After lunch, the tour will include a visit to Longwood Gardens which encompasses 1,050… Read More

Pretty In Pink — Grieve Out Loud

June 5th, 2011
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/after-losing-three-sisters-to-cancer-bethesda-firefighter-turns-to-advocacy/2011/05/26/AGDZfqHH_story.html I read this timely story in The Washington Post yesterday about a local fireman, Marshall Moneymaker, who had lost his three older sisters to breast cancer in less than two years.  Moneymaker and his wife did all they could to help the three sisters beat this awful disease but it wasn’t enough.  After burying three sisters, the enormity of what had happened left Moneymaker emotionally exhausted. Where do you go when you have felt pain and loss deeper than you ever thought possible? You can shut down and put out the “Vacant” sign or you can stay involved in… Read More

Cry, Laugh, Heal Has A New Look!

June 3rd, 2011
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Check out the new look of Cry, Laugh, Heal (www.crylaughheal.com) and let me know what you think. I recently re-designed the blog in order to give it a fresher feel.  I hope you find it easier to read and more pleasing to the eye. I truly appreciate everyone’s ongoing support and feedback. Please pass along the good word about Cry, Laugh, Heal. Follow Cry, Laugh, Heal on Facebook at www.facebook.com/crylaughheal or sign up on this blog page http://www.crylaughheal.blogspot.com/ to become a follower. Thank you to my wonderful readers! You are the best!!… Read More

Can We Tawk? Please?

May 30th, 2011
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  Reach out and listen No matter what phase of grief you find yourself in, people usually are curious to know if what they are feeling and doing is the “normal” way to handle their situation.  I think this happens because grief is not a subject considered to be mainstream.  It makes people uncomfortable and is not discussed as freely and as frankly as you might discuss other subjects, say food or men. People don’t bring it up because they think it will upset you, they are anxious about their emotions or they just have no idea what to say. … Read More

Change, Changed & Changing

May 28th, 2011
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Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced. — Author James Baldwin Isn’t it tiresome being a one-person team?  Don’t you wish that sometimes you could delegate all of your errands and responsibilities to someone else?  Please, please don’t make me……. I would love to be irresponsible; not permanently, but just for a short amount of time.  I would love to take a break from the constant decision making and problem solving; to get in the car and drive somewhere and escape for a bit. Please join me if you feel,… Read More