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Sunday Chapters: Life Between the Lines – The Light That Finds Us
There’s a rhythm I’ve come to trust—one that lives not on the clock or in the calendar, but deep within the quiet spaces of our lives. This rhythm doesn’t shout. It doesn’t rush. But it moves, nonetheless, carrying us from moment to moment, chapter to chapter, season to season. When I began this essay series…
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World Poetry Day: A Celebration of Words, Rhythm, and the Seasons
There’s something about poetry that pulls us in, wrapping around our hearts like an old song we never quite forget. It’s words stripped down to their essence, arranged with rhythm and meaning, carrying more power in a handful of lines than whole novels sometimes do. Poetry is ancient, timeless, and universal—it speaks to us in…
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Book Review: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone – MinaLima Edition
A Classic Reimagined… J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone is a book that needs no introduction. First published in 1997, it introduced readers to the magical world of Hogwarts, the Boy Who Lived, and the battle between good and evil. Over two decades later, this beloved novel has been reimagined in numerous formats—illustrated…
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7 Must-Read Novels by Irish Authors to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
It’s St. Patrick’s Day, and while the world celebrates with parades, pints, and plenty of green, there’s something about this holiday that calls for a quieter kind of indulgence, too. Something rich and layered, like a perfectly poured Irish coffee or the rolling hills of the Irish countryside. And what better way to sink into…
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Sunday Chapters – Life Between the Lines Essay: The Garden Within
I’ve always thought Sundays have a way of holding space for reflection—a quiet pause between what was and what’s to come. In these still moments, we find the in-between places of life, the ones not always captured in bold headlines or grand milestones. Sunday Chapters: Life Between the Lines is a collection of personal essays that embrace…
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Book Review: The Games God’s Play
Enter A Thrilling World of Gods and Mortals. As a lover of mythology and epic tales, The Games Gods Play by Abigail Owen captivated me from the very first page. The premise—a world where gods actively influence mortals through a deadly game—promised a thrilling journey filled with danger, romance, and divine drama. And it delivered. Owen’s blend…
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Reigniting My Writing Passion: How Reading Atomic Habits Helped Me Build A Sustainable Creative Routine.
As a stay-at-home mom, life demands a lot of flexibility—especially with my son’s schedule constantly shifting between the relaxed pace of summer and the routine of the school year. This year, I wanted to bring more consistency into my own life, to build habits that would stick even as schedules changed. That’s when I remembered…
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The First Word: Starting Your Writing Journey
There’s a unique magic in starting a new story. The blank page holds all the potential in the world, brimming with possibilities, but it can also feel a bit daunting. For those of us who’ve felt the nervous thrill of a new idea, we know it’s as exhilarating as it is intimidating. That moment when…
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Rediscovering The Joy Of Blogging After A Long Hiatus
The last time I posted on this blog was back in June 2023, during the lazy, warm days of summer vacation. My son was off school, filling the house with energy, and our days were a blur of activities, sunshine, and family moments. Fast-forward to the end of summer, and the gears shifted. With the…
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Book/Coffee Shop Tour: Writer’s Block, Downtown Las Vegas, NV
Today I visited the coolest book/coffee shop in Downtown Las Vegas, NV with my 2 sisters Amanda and Claire. I had to try out a few of their drinks, so I ordered a blueberry London Fog and then a Chai Tea latte out of a massive bird cage! The drinks were delicious – Whoops I…
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