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Tag Archives: Random Thoughts
The Happy Hypothesis
It turns out that my upcoming birthday has a lot in common with the meaning of life, the universe, and everything. You see, in the movie “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy,” it was asked of Deep Thought, a computer … Continue reading
Posted in Life Lessons, Random Thoughts, Starting Anew
Tagged advice, birthday, empowering, happiness, happy, inspiration, learning, lessons, life, Random Thoughts, simple
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Short, Sweet, Pointless
The other day I was getting ready for work, and, as part of my normal routine, I grabbed my toothbrush to polish my pearly whites. I was on a bit of autopilot as I proceeded through this task, and as … Continue reading
Posted in Random Thoughts
Tagged dentist, purpose, Random Thoughts, routine, toothbrush, toothpaste
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It’s The Little Things
As a single woman, I find myself on occasion alone and lost in thought. This could be while driving, during an afternoon walk, or while at home relaxing on the couch. I’m sure that normal daydreaming is healthy, and I’ll … Continue reading
Posted in Random Thoughts
Tagged blinker, fitted sheet, fortuitous, Gandalf, little things, OCD, Random Thoughts, single, sun, synchronicity, woman
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Passing Time
Time flies. It’s about time. There’s not enough time in the day. It seems that we all have time on our minds, especially since we just lost an hour due to Daylight Saving Time…well most of the nation at least. … Continue reading
Posted in Life Lessons, Random Thoughts
Tagged Back To The Future, clock, flux capacitor, geek, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Pi Day, Random Thoughts, spacetime, time, time travel, universe
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Have you got the time?
“You’re an interesting species. An interesting mix. You’re capable of such beautiful dreams, and such horrible nightmares. You feel so lost, so cut off, so alone, only you’re not. See, in all our searching, the only thing we’ve found that … Continue reading
Posted in Life Lessons, Random Thoughts
Tagged emptiness, friend, life, Random Thoughts, social, time
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From Nothing to Something
Several times over the last few weeks I have come across the movie Ghostbusters on one of the various channels on TV. I can’t help but think of my brother when I watch this movie as we’ve done many a … Continue reading
Posted in Random Thoughts
Tagged brain, friend, Ghostbusters, Gozer, nothing, Random Thoughts, roses, something, Stay Puft, sunshine, thinking, wine
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Fuhgeddaboudit!
A few years ago I was at home and something amazing happened. I can’t remember what it was, but my first reaction was to call my mom and tell her. As I was approaching the end of the story, my … Continue reading
Posted in Random Thoughts
Tagged dreams, forget, ideas, memory, Random Thoughts, writing
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A Step In The Right Direction
It’s amazing the things we take for granted. I try my hardest not to fall victim to that, but I guess it’s just human nature. Today, after a little over seven weeks of having to be sedentary due to a … Continue reading
Posted in Life Lessons, Random Thoughts
Tagged exercise, feelings, granted, gym, life, Random Thoughts, sprained ankle, Zumba
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Patience Awaits
It’s amazing how much of our lives we spend waiting. We wait in lines at the airport, in the waiting room at the doctor’s office, or on a weekend trip stuck in traffic. I’m sure if we add up all … Continue reading
Posted in Life Lessons, Random Thoughts
Tagged healing, hurry, lessons, life, patience, Random Thoughts, Test, time, Zumba
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The Swing of Things
“Life doesn’t get easier, you just get stronger.” The pendulum of life swings both ways. Sometimes everything is coming up roses while other times you seriously think the damn thing has you stuck in some sort of sick Groundhog Day-type … Continue reading
Posted in Life Lessons, Random Thoughts
Tagged challenge, learn, lessons, life, Random Thoughts, strength, turtle
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The Lost ARK
Every so often we find ourselves in the “ebb” part of the ebb and flow of life. It’s almost as if Murphy himself is testing out his law on your life and one thing after another makes you feel like … Continue reading
Posted in Life Lessons, Random Thoughts
Tagged family, friends, kindness, lessons, love, Random Thoughts, unconditional love
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Focus
Last July I was lucky enough to have LASIK surgery. I’m happy to report that everything has healed as it should, and I’m enjoying being without contacts or glasses for the first time since 7th grade. Prior to the surgery, … Continue reading
Posted in Life Lessons, Random Thoughts
Tagged family, focus, friendship, learn, lessons, life, Random Thoughts
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My nonelectrical outlet
I’ve been sitting here trying to come up with a topic to write about for about an hour now. I’ve had some catchy titles pop into my head such as “Our common thread” or “It’s the little things,” but after … Continue reading
Posted in Random Thoughts, Uncategorized
Tagged coping, feelings, lessons, life, Random Thoughts, writing
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Looking forward
Today marks the end of an era for me. As of today, I can no longer wear my contacts. It’s not that they’re uncomfortable or anything, but rather I’ve been ordered not to wear them. These orders came from the … Continue reading
Posted in Life Lessons, Random Thoughts
Tagged contacts, eye, eyesight, focus, glasses, LASIK, memories, Random Thoughts, surgery, vision, Zumba
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Random Acts of Insanity
Oh to be a fly on the wall in my head! I can’t tell you just how entertaining it would be for you to spend even just one day inside my mind to experience the insanity that is Robyn. There … Continue reading
Ode to Petey
He’s gone. He’s really gone!! It’s hard to believe. After all, he was a part of my life since the turn of the century. Saturday afternoon, after yet another road trip, we said good-bye to our Petey. In case you’re … Continue reading
Why Do We Fall?
I love food!!! I have always loved food. To me, if a little of something is good then A LOT of the same thing must be AWESOME! I am very good at rationalizing why I’m eating something I probably don’t … Continue reading
Posted in Weight Loss
Tagged confidence, food, lessons, overeating, Random Thoughts, self esteem, weight loss
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It’s Out Of My Hands
I am the type of person who feels better when it appears I’m in control of a situation. When this occurs, I am rarely surprised by what is to come as I am usually the one to make it happen. … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged control, emotions, hands, heart, Random Thoughts, touch
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Direction
What do you want to be when you grow up? Think back to your childhood and try to imagine just how many times you were asked this question. Countless I’m sure! When you’re young you truly believe you can be … Continue reading