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“Showing Up” for 2024!

“Showing Up” for 2024!

Showing Up – As we approach the end of 2023, my mind shifts towards the beginning of a new year. The past six months of 2023 have been quite challenging. 2023 During the summer, my beautiful girl Rosie started showing signs of lethargy and lack of energy. She had a decreased appetite and was drinking more water than usual. Concerned, I took Rosie to the vet and she was diagnosed with low thyroid and Cushing’s disease. I started her on…

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Welcome Winter!

Welcome Winter!

Welcome Winter! Winter is finally here, bringing with it a magical atmosphere and a sense of coziness. As the temperature drops and the snowflakes start to fall, it’s time to embrace all the joys that winter has to offer. Cozy Times! One of the best things about winter is the opportunity to indulge in warm and comforting activities. Whether it’s curling up by the fireplace with a good book, sipping hot cocoa while watching the snowfall, or enjoying winter sports…

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Honor Flight – Top of Virginia – Mission #16

Honor Flight – Top of Virginia – Mission #16

Heading Out on an Adventure! I’m so excited for this adventure! I’ve been looking forward to it for several weeks now. This will be my fourth mission as a guardian. It’s truly an honor for me to be able to recognize and show gratitude for the sacrifice and service of our veterans. An Awesome Day!! On April 29, 2023, Honor Flight Top of Virginia (HFToV) successfully completed its 16th mission. Have you heard of Honor Flight before? The mission of…

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Bring On Spring! Bring on Warm Weather!

Bring On Spring! Bring on Warm Weather!

As the chilly winter months come to an end, lots of folks are itching to welcome the warmth of spring. Spring is a time when nature wakes up from its winter slumber, and everything feels renewed and fresh. It’s a time of starting over, beginnings anew, and of course, warmer weather. Let’s dig into why this season is so awesome and why we should all be looking forward to it! Spring is a time of growth, renewal, and rejuvenation. It’s…

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#MotivationalMonday – December 19, 2022

#MotivationalMonday – December 19, 2022

Why do we always feel that Mondays are HARD? Is it because for most of us Monday is the beginning of a new work week? Or is it because we have a hard time switching from the freedom of the weekend to the confining constraints of a work week? But Monday doesn’t have to be a hard day! Approach your Monday with Passion and Intention and you will find Monday will become a light and easy day! Thank you for…

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Pound Pup!!

Pound Pup!!

October is a month to celebrate. October kicks off the Holiday season by being the time of year for all of the Harvest Festivals and, of course, the fun of dressing up for Halloween. October is also Adopt-a-Shelter Dog month. Nine years ago on October 12th, I celebrated Adopt-a-Shelter Dog by bringing home my own special pound pup, a very beautiful American-Bulldog mix named Rosie. I can’t remember what my life was like without her. I’m not sure who rescued…

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Welcome to Down Home at Dee’s!

Welcome to Down Home at Dee’s!

Welcome! My name is Dee. In this season of my life, I’m trying to love where I’m at in life and work on being who I want to be. At the same time, I’m working on creating the life I want. I’m a 50-something, single again woman with severe ADHD who is trying to figure out how to navigate life while trying to find my niche. About Me – I’m a Mom for two wonderful adult children and a Nana…

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