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Put on the Jeans

February 9, 2022February 8, 2022 sarahjmeares

Some days are harder than others. I’m sure most humans can relate to that not-so-novel statement. The most recent occurrence for me was Monday. When I look back on it with renewed eyes, I can see that nothing bad happened on that day. Oddly.... nothing. bad. happened. The kids were at their schools on time,… Continue reading Put on the Jeans

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An Encounter at the Playground

December 19, 2021December 19, 2021 sarahjmeares

Dear Gentleman at the Playground, Your adorable grandkids came running out of your truck towards the slightly damp playground as you followed behind. As you got closer, I’m sure it became obvious that the mom and two boys already on the top of the playground were not having a typical fun playground experience. I’m sure… Continue reading An Encounter at the Playground

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When Therapeutic Riding Comes Full Circle

August 27, 2021August 27, 2021 sarahjmeares

Have you ever heard of therapeutic horse riding? As of 2009 I had not, however, I now know that God was planting seeds for my future family way back then. In 2009, my mom started volunteering with an organization called New Beginnings Therapeutic Riding. (Fun fact, my mom used to have a horse named Shane)… Continue reading When Therapeutic Riding Comes Full Circle

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An Unexpected Lesson in Grace

July 19, 2021July 19, 2021 sarahjmeares

“Okay, God is teaching me a lesson in vanity and loss of control. It is paining me that my house is messy and dirty. I know you’re family, but the idea of someone who does not live with me seeing my house in this manner stresses me out! I know that you do not care,… Continue reading An Unexpected Lesson in Grace

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Slowly, but Surely

June 29, 2021June 29, 2021 sarahjmeares

4 Books 5 USA Today Crossword Puzzles 4 Coloring Pages 13 Paint by Sticker Pages 3 Seasons of One Tree Hill Countless Solitaire Games Well, that basically sums up my last 2 weeks… Week 3 of recovery involved removing my stitches (there were 6) and transitioning out of my splint and bandage into a hard… Continue reading Slowly, but Surely

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I Need A Favor

June 9, 2021June 9, 2021 sarahjmeares

Cancel the BOLO, I am back! I wanted to update you all on something major going on in my life and also ask you for a favor. I know what you're thinking.... she's been MIA and now she wants something from us. Yes! On Thursday morning (tomorrow) I will be having surgery on my left achilles tendon. I… Continue reading I Need A Favor

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