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Tides of Fire
One of my favorite series is the Sigma Force novels by James Rollins. I’ve enjoyed many books over the years that I’d call intellectual thrillers that blur the lines between covert operations and science — something more cognitive than Tom Clancy. This is the 17th book in the Sigma Force series and didn’t disappoint. The…
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Carried Trauma
I carried mytraumafor far too long.Longer than necessary;weighing me downcausing me to have anxiety attacks andnegative thought afternegative thought afternegative thought… Until I learned to set it down.Let it go.Leave it behind .Because the memory is enough.
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4 Books Down
It is always my goal to read more — whether it’s a new year, new month, or just a random Tuesday: read more books. So far in 2023 I’ve read 4 books and would like to start sharing the titles I’ve read here on my blog. Everything Happens for a Reason And other lies i’ve…
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A New Low
I am no stranger to mental health. I have long considered myself to be a mental health advocate, always encouraging coworkers, friends, and family to take care of their mental health. Find a therapist, take meds, meditate, read: get your spoons back. I have also been open with friends and family about my past struggles…
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Dune Messiah (Dune #2)
Frank Herbert If I hear a movie or TV show is coming out and it’s based on a book, I always try to read the book first. Dune, by Frank Herbert, was no exception. I will admit that the size of the book was daunting but last year I read Dune in anticipation for the…
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The Outskirts of Hope
I picked up The Outskirts of Hope: A Memoir of the 1960s Deep South by Jo Ivester during a spontaneous weekend trip to Franklin, Indiana where we visited the Wild Geese Bookshop. The store is located in a gorgeous old home and the books were very well curated. I finished this book today, March 25,…


