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Day to Day happenings in my life

by Sumojo

Rated: 13+ · Book · Personal · #2186156

The simplicity of my day to day.

This is where I write my thoughts, feelings and my daily trials, tribulations and happy things

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10 Most Recent Blog Comments:

StephBee

a day ago
In response to "8th entry Bard’s Hall "

Dementia and Alzheimers is never easy for family members watch as it takes away a loved one's memories and often leaves the body still living. My husband's grandmother lived with Alzheimers. My own grandmother had dementia. I don't think loved ones are really prepared to deal with it. The challenges really bring out the best or the worst in the supporting family members. Our last dog, Amelia, who was such a sweetie, got something in her lungs and it made it impossible for her to eat. Ultimately we made the decision to euthanize her and I cried like a baby, realizing just how much I cared for her, and I didn't really appreciate it at the time. I have learned a lot from all the pets I've had. They're great teachers.

for Yvonne.

Lyn's a Witchy Woman

Jun 20, 2025 at 1:29pm
In response to "Stormy day"

Sounds like heaven to me, I love storms.

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Ẃeβ࿚Ẃỉtcĥ

Jun 19, 2025 at 12:58pm
In response to "Writing, baking and the joys of getting older"

Yearly tests with all the worry about passing would be daunting.

The smell of freshly baked cakes is something my nostrils can sense even behind this screen. I also did a lot of baking over the years for family. Kids are grown and I stopped doing that much baking. Over time I cut most of the sweets out of my life. Now I can't really eat them because it's not appealing anymore. It affects my palate in a way some people would feel with something very sour like sucking a lemon.

I figured, with diabetes in my family's history I'm only helping to avoid it by declining sweets. So far, so good.

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Ẃeβ࿚Ẃỉtcĥ

Jun 19, 2025 at 12:47pm
In response to "7th Entry Bards Hall"

Writers do feel strongly about their stories.

I've been really terrible about editing stories I wrote for a contest that had potential, but then I got bored with editing since the contest ended, and I moved on to newer things.

Have you tried posting your story or stories up to 3 on "The Shameless "Plug" Page"

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Also, You could request a review from another member who has their review request turned on.

Kåre เลียม Enga

Jun 16, 2025 at 7:05pm
In response to "Writing, baking and the joys of getting older"

Those yearly tests are probably keeping folks alive. I often ask folks about when they are going to give up their keys. We are fortunate to have alternatives in this town.

I forgot about this contest. I've entered in the past.

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Lyn's a Witchy Woman

Jun 16, 2025 at 4:08pm
In response to "Fun with words "

Great use of the prompt.

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Sumojo

Jun 13, 2025 at 12:51am
In response to "4th entry for Bard’s Hall. June 2025"

Ẃeβ࿚Ẃỉtcĥ

Although such events as the one you witnessed can be horrifying, it’s also a privilege to see Nature in the raw, isn’t it?

Sumojo

Jun 13, 2025 at 12:47am
In response to "Entry number 5 Bard’s Hall Contest. June 2025"

Ẃeβ࿚Ẃỉtcĥ

Thank you for visiting and for your comments. I’m enjoying this contest very much, sharing old almost forgotten memories.
Sue

Sumojo

Jun 13, 2025 at 12:41am
In response to "Entry number six. Bard’s Hall Contest June ‘25"

Thanks for your comments. Yes, we do have a very pleasant time on a Wednesday morning each week. There’s something about an all female group of writers that’s different to a mixed group. We’re all very sensitive to each other’s feelings whilst not afraid to comment and suggest ways to improve our writing. We’re very lucky.

Ẃeβ࿚Ẃỉtcĥ

Jun 12, 2025 at 8:38pm
In response to "Entry number six. Bard’s Hall Contest June ‘25"

Sounds lovely! Those photos are beautiful. I love the the little cottages. What a pleasant time you ladies must have had in that venue. 1896 cottage.

My house dates back to the late 1830's. I call it my money pit, though!

How beautiful the backdrop is with the local inhabitants. Kangaroos, and exotic birds!

May 23, 2024 at 2:14am

#1071549

Improve yourself or die

"Blog City ~ Every Blogger's Paradise"
Day 3102 May 23, 2024
Prompt: If you're not improving, youre falling behind. Write about this in your Blog entry today.

Oh, dear, this prompt makes me feel slightly stressed! Must I really keep on improving?
Am I falling behind? I didn’t know I was even in a race.

This is the very reason many people are feeling the need to visit doctors to get their antidepressant medication. They’re under siege from a society which is constantly telling them they need to lift their game, earn more money, have better behaved kids and the perfect marriage or job. No, not jobs, careers are the thing you must have. It’s no longer enough to go to work and earn a wage, you must use any free time improving yourself. Get fitter, stop drinking/smoking, get thin.
OMG I’m tired now. I’m off for a nap.💤

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