Category Archives: Homeless

Posted on May 29, 2017 by

I promised myself I was “recommitting”. Basically putting my focus and energy back into the things that were most important to me. Being a good wife, mom, friend, employee, etc. I’ve been working on this for the past year and … Continue reading →

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VietNow/Chicago Sandwich Run

Posted on January 3, 2016 by

   Today, I finally made my way over to see what the VietNow volunteers have been up to originally under the watchful eye of United States Marine, Jim Proffitt, and now dutifully handled by his wife, Virginia, since his passing … Continue reading →

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My 2016 Challenge

Posted on January 2, 2016 by

2015 was really a notable year for our family. My son turned 18 years old and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He graduated from high school and just a few short months later from Boot Camp. Mid-year, my … Continue reading →

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Tradition

Posted on November 6, 2014 by

tra·di·tion noun \trə-ˈdi-shən\ : a way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by the people in a particular group, family, society, etc., for a long time : the stories, beliefs, etc., that have been part of … Continue reading →

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The Recap

Posted on January 3, 2014 by

I feel like I need a recap. Of my life. When Pete passed away this summer, I subsequently spent a lot of time focusing on my mom. We were there all the time. Talking on the phone anytime that we … Continue reading →

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Sack Lunch Sunday

Posted on November 11, 2013 by

Today I spent my day passing out lunches to those experiencing homelessness. I’m exhausted and aching, but it’s the best day that I’ve had in a long time. I felt inspired to do everything that I possibly could to help … Continue reading →

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Tuesday; Blues Day?

Posted on June 19, 2013 by

Meh. That’s how I’m feeling tonight. Meh and tired. I’m guessing this is not how the world’s best blog entries begin, but whatever. So last weekend turned out to be great! To celebrate my dad, we went to his house … Continue reading →

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Blessing Bags…We Did It!!!

Posted on January 16, 2013 by

On Friday January 11, 2013, a group of my family and friends gathered in my sister’s garage to put together all of the donations that we had compiled. We made Blessing Bags for the homeless. 116 bags in total! I … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Day 2013

Posted on January 2, 2013 by

Lazy day, but I’m happy. Ever hear of Freecycle? I’d heard of it here and there, but never really looked into it. Today, I delved in and ended up with a pre-lit Christmas tree for next year! I’m thrilled! Ours … Continue reading →

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Blessing Bags…the thought continues

Posted on December 29, 2012 by

While driving down North Avenue in Melrose Park, IL tonight with a trunk full of Christmas clearance items and leftovers from our Chinese dinner, I felt an overwhelming sense of guilt. See, I was with my husband, sister and brother-in-law … Continue reading →

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