Category Archives: Faith

So…I’ve Been Noticing

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Not That Big a Deal

I’m sure you’ve been doing the same; because, honestly, there’s not much else to do. So here are a few things I’ve noticed… To begin with, I’m kind of enjoying being at home! This surprises me because I consider myself … Continue reading →

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A Woman With a View

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Not That Big a Deal

Every now and then, I come across something that I know I want to share. This post, from a dear lady in our church, is one of those. She has a perspective that we all need, one of faith, hope, … Continue reading →

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Curling Night Anyone?

Posted on March 20, 2020 by Not That Big a Deal

“Well, there is one good thing about a national crisis (whether it be a blizzard, a hurricane, or a pandemic) it levels the playing field for everyone. We’re all in the same boat.” These wise words were spoken by my … Continue reading →

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Let’s Play Games!

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Not That Big a Deal

Last week while reading the post of one of my two fairy blog mothers to my husband, I noticed that she mentioned that she and her husband play games. Specifically, they were playing Pinochle. I know how to spell pinochle … Continue reading →

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Ya Gotta Have Friends…

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Not That Big a Deal

…And I am very grateful to have quite a few! But, there is one friend that I’ve had for a very long time, 55 years kind of a long time. Her name is Cheryl and though I currently have three … Continue reading →

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New Year, New Decade, New Faith!

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Not That Big a Deal

Hello Everyone and Happy New Year! I wasn’t planning on writing a blog for today. We’ve been on vacation and, well, you know. I was going to wish you all a Happy New Year, tell you that I am very … Continue reading →

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It’s A Wonderful Life ~ Jimmy Stewart in WWII

Posted on December 27, 2019 by Not That Big a Deal

Like a lot of people right around Christmas time, I love to watch It’s a Wonderful Life.  Recently, I read this article and saw that movie in a whole new light. It’s a wonderful article. I hope you enjoy it! … Continue reading →

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Caring is Sharing

Posted on November 8, 2019 by Not That Big a Deal

The Great Depression in the United States began in October of 1929 and, essentially, lasted until we entered World War II in December of 1941. My Dad and his two brothers were born in the middle of the Great Depression, … Continue reading →

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Forgetful Bride

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Not That Big a Deal

Every once in awhile, I come across a story that tugs at my heartstrings. This is one of them. It is my favorite kind of story because all of us, at some point in our lives have been ‘forgetful brides’.

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The Best Part of Waking Up May Not Be In Your Cup

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Not That Big a Deal

When we first moved to Florida in 1998, I found myself missing ‘home’. My brother had moved to Washington state years before, but this was the first time that I had lived more than 20 minutes away from my sisters … Continue reading →

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