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Glad you're here! 💜 From Evolution to Survival: navigating the beauty and challenges of midlife all while fighting glioblastoma terminal brain cancer with grace and dignity.

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Stupid Stuff I Do

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, October 20, 2021  •   Leave a Comment
I’m a real piece of work sometimes… I log into Zoom calls and can’t get in, then wonder what’s wrong. The meeting is tomorrow. I make a point to buy heavy cream for my coffee at the grocery store, because I’m out at work and...
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I Am Learning to Love the Sound

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, October 15, 2021  •   1 Comment
I am learning to love the sound of my feet walking away from things that aren’t good for me. Is that not the best? I saw it posted this morning, and I could hear the sound…and it’s sweet. It’s not easy to (a) admit when...
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It’s more than just coffee!

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, October 5, 2021  •   Leave a Comment
When I come into the kitchen in the morning, my coffee is already made. Keith fixes up the pot while he makes his espresso in his machine. Although sort of a tiny thing, it feels peaceful. I feel loved. The day to come may be...
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Tourettes is hard.

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, September 30, 2021  •   1 Comment
My 13 year old, Brady, went in to the orthodontist’s office this morning with plenty of anxiety and a lot of tics. I did not go in with her, which is pretty routine, as she was just having a retainer seated. As a result of...
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Hierarchy of Leftover Candy Standards

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, September 22, 2021  •   Leave a Comment
Have a bag of leftover candy from a party? Christmas? Valentine’s Day? Here’s how it always works out… Supreme Candy Preference (Highest Standard) This candy will be eaten first.  When you need a pick-me-up, yummy treat, and optimal dopamine boost, it’s your go-to.  In this...
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Different. Nice.

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, September 8, 2021  •   Leave a Comment
We can be different if you’re nice. If you’re nice, we can be friends. If we are friends, you can expect my loyalty, grace, and support. We can be different if you’re not nice. If you’re not nice, we can’t be friends. If we are...
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Leave A Bottle Day… Let’s go!

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, September 2, 2021  •   Leave a Comment
In case you didn’t know, you need to hit the road. It’s national “Leave A Bottle of Wine on the Porch of a Friend Who’s Struggling Day”. 🍷 If you see it here on social media, it must be true, right? I mean “Daughter’s Day”...
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Thankful today.

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, August 31, 2021  •   Leave a Comment
It’s a beautiful day, and I’m thankful for a whole lot of stuff. What about y’all? I’ve got coffee…and a few groceries. I think we’re having chili for supper, because I’ve got the stuff to make that. My hubs is the freaking cutest. He’s smart...
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Things I Learned Today / Sunday, August 15, 2021

In Things I Learned Today  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, August 15, 2021  •   Leave a Comment
Things I learned today… I started to crochet a blanket last night, and I had forgotten how much I loved it. While I was yarning over and hooking and turning, I realized that a crocheted blanket is one continuous string of yarn that is continuously...
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Opportunities, PTSD & Vikings: Day After Surgery

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, August 11, 2021  •   Leave a Comment
I remember thinking people would probably send carnations. We would probably receive a “Get Well Soon” flower delivery or two. Keith would wake up groggy and be in some pain. He would have sutures and a surgery wound to deal with, and he would be...
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