Category Archives: Getting Along with Each Other

Transactions and Relationships

Much as I hate to admit it, I find transactional relationships much easier and less stressful than non-transactional relationships. Here’s what I mean. By “transactional,” I mean relationships that are mostly or even exclusively based on what one or both … Continue reading

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2 Mice, 2 Ducks, and a Dog

I got back early Sunday morning from a trip to the Magic Kingdom in Disney World. While it was amazing, there were some painful times that I’d rather not discuss (aside from saying that I cried in a bathroom stall … Continue reading

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The Life I’ll Never Know

My maternal grandparents lived a wonderful life together. After getting married shortly out of high school, they raised two kids, moved around some before settling into their final home in rural Ocala, and managed to retire after many years of … Continue reading

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Mid-Year Goal Check-in

Every December, I review how I did with my goals for the previous year. While I’m still going to do that this December, I wanted to take a look at how my goals for this year have gone so far … Continue reading

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A Few Questions

I just have a few questions. Is there room for my sadness, sorrow, and depression? Are you sick of hearing about the deaths of my grandparents, my dog Sawyer, or any other painful losses I’m still struggling to overcome? Can … Continue reading

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Tribute to Muppetvision 3D

Last Saturday, I went to Disney World to see a fun show called MuppetVision 3D. I made the most of my day since I love the Muppets, MuppetVision 3D is my favorite attraction at Disney World, and it’s closing forever … Continue reading

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The Harms of Excessive Criticism

One of the things I hate receiving from others more than almost anything else is criticism. Looking back, so many of my interactions growing up involved heavy criticism, both of who I was and what I did. This came from … Continue reading

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A Letter to Myself

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A Look Back

Last Saturday, I worked at a senior prom for local students. During some moments when things were going well and no work needed to be done for a while, I started reminiscing about my high school proms. Aside from my … Continue reading

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Review of April 2025

This April was one of the most unusual months I’ve had in a long time. Fortunately, it was also one of the best months I’ve had in a long time. Let’s explore the highlights together, shall we? Overall, April was … Continue reading

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