Cell phones have become a part of our everyday lives, an accessory almost as common as the clothes we wear. There are even apps which allow us to determine where our friends are by tracking their cell phone location or assist in finding lost cell phones.  That said, my guess is most people would assume […]

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In January 2005, storms swept through the northern part of West Virginia, dumping unprecedented amounts of rain. Flash flooding was widespread.  The water from overflowing creeks and streams poured into the Ohio River, causing it to rise above flood stage.  The river rose so high that storm drains in areas like Benwood and South Wheeling […]

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If you read my prior blog, “Ugh! I’m Single and Middle Aged,” then you’re aware that I dipped into the web of online dating. As interesting as that was, I did find someone through this system who I am totally head-over-heels, crazy-stupid in love with.  This man is Jim and he is MY “knight in […]

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With summertime officially here, many families are packing their bags for a summer vacation. Finding something for everyone is the key to an unforgettable enjoyable experience for all. I never thought of Las Vegas as a destination for a “family vacation,” but, when we were there a few months ago with the law firm, we […]

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Growing up in a house with three girls undoubtedly has its ups and downs. We steal clothes and we argue. We team-up against my parents to get what we want for dinner instead of what they have planned. We make each other laugh and sometimes make each other cry. Above all though, my sisters are […]

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My son’s wife sent me a text on Saturday morning asking what I was doing on Sunday.  My son had a motorcycle race, and she asked if I would like to go.  She also said they were going to the pool/waterpark that afternoon if I was interested.  I had just come in the door from […]

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If you have been reading our staff blogs, you know that I have a passion for everyone who can donate blood. If someone needs a blood transfusion and I can help, I’m there. Or if the Blood Bank is dangerously low and I can help, I’m there as well. Well, there is a Blood Drive from […]

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Boo Bear is my 10-year-old Siberian Husky who sometimes gets bored easily, and can be a little destructive. Several years ago, my husband and I were planning a late night out, and prior to leaving we told our son to make sure he put Boo Bear back in his crate before he went to bed.  […]

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For those of you into reality television, do yourselves a favor and tune in Sunday night for the season finale of the year’s most dramatic television series. Game 7 of the NBA Finals. Following a record-setting, 73-win season and leading the series 3-1, NBA MVP Steph Curry’s Golden State Warriors find themselves on the brink […]

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This past weekend, my family held our 5th Annual Sonny Palmer “Sunshine Classic” Golf Tournament. The event was organized shortly after my brother-in-law’s untimely death back in January 2012.  Sonny was a veteran of the Air Force and also passionate about the needs of our wounded vets.  So, in his name, we began the Sunshine […]

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