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The Spot

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, August 26, 2022  •   Leave a Comment
It was July 22, 2015, when we found out Keith had colon cancer. The doctor called us on the phone after a routine colonoscopy. We were standing outside in the yard when I put the phone on speaker so we could both hear what he...
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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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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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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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Opportunities, PTSD & Vikings: Surgery Eve

In Stories & Reflections  •  by Amanda Herring, Writer, August 9, 2021  •   Leave a Comment
August 9, 2015, was a Sunday. We packed a bag or two to head to the hospital early on Monday morning. Keith completed all the pre-surgery protocols the week prior, so he was ready. Check-in would be bright and early. Keith’s colon cancer (adenocarcinoma) was...
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