His Letters are Treasures ~ III (w/audio)

In honor of Memorial Day (a federal holiday that honors military personnel who have died while serving in the U.S. armed forces), I am sharing a third letter written by my grandfather, Sgt. Charles L. Wilcox, during WWII. I settled in for my grandpa reading prepared to devote a few hours, if needed, when something …

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We have a winner! 🥳

Congratulations to Selma Martin and Dwight Roth! They are the "Moving Challenge" first and second drawing winners! If you haven't had a chance to check out the participant posts, please give them a visit. Everyone did a fabulous job! Thank you to everyone who participated in this fun challenge. Like I wrote in my first …

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Rolling, rolling, rolling (video)

I will keep skating and perhaps this time next year I will be posting Roller Derby videos! 😂 Thanks again to trE at Cornered Gurl for being an early inspiration for this fun fit gathering and to blogger Belladonna for adding some energetic spirit to this challenge. 🙌🏻 I also want to thank my daughter, …

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Moving Blog Challenge (reader share)

"Sadie and Me" by Al Bell A man well into his ninetieth year could not possibly start each day with a stunning young female contentedly on his lap. Think again. My steaming coffee eases me into the day. I am mesmerized by the leaves of our lush Sissoo tree shimmering just outside the window in …

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Candy Apple Red

There she goes bumping down the road wrapped in candy apple red Silverado short bed windows down, music up blond lift held with Aqua Net Nice truck! more than one said not talking wheels, I suspect She complements her spring birth month bull strength and stubbornness She’s no bull in a china shop though with …

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What moves you? (blog challenge)

Now feels like the right time to present a blog challenge that has been percolating in my mind for a few weeks. First, I will share the details and the opportunity to win a prize, should you choose to participate, then I will share the inspiration for this challenge. Blog Challenge Details: Choose a physical …

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Greetings from Grandpa

Easter Greetings from a vintage funny bunny. 🐇 From my Grandfather's WWII collection. Enjoy! 🌼 ~Michele © 2023 MyInspiredLife

Poet Spotlight and Poetry Conference

"Letters Change Hearts" by Vicki H. I am a habitual letter (note/card) writer I, too, love the tactile             connection between the             recipient and me… a thank you note for a kindness received, a sorrow shared, a memory restored             from years ago             or yesterday’s lunch a birthday note on a funny card             to remind the friend …

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His Letters are Treasures ~ II (w/audio)

Welcome to the second post featuring my grandfather's WWII letters, documents, and photos. I read several letters yesterday before selecting this one - chosen for his mention of receiving the Bronze Star and his casual and sarcastic tone in doing so and his touching closing. I would have enjoyed reading more detail about how he …

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No Reservations Required

A hand-stitched sundress                         brushing against              women             who did not see their own greatness Too young to join             their chirping, chopping, stirring, and frying             I twirled through unapologetic thighs                         pillars of strength surrounding me             I admired their prominent hips,                         womanly figures draped with flowing skirts,                         some adorned with aprons             Each southern beauty wore a crown …

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