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One Step Closer to Heaven

January 18, 2021January 18, 2021 Tamara

I always knew I was destined to be a reader. While I can't quite recall the moment when letters became words and words became stories, my memories are scattered with still-frame snapshots of me reading. I can see myself in my mind's eye, stretched out on my twin-sized bed, completely engrossed in yet another Judy… Continue reading One Step Closer to Heaven

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Sand, Sun, and Quarantined Fun

May 13, 2020May 13, 2020 Tamara

"Mom... what do you want for Mother's Day?" The holiday was only a few days away and my children were scrambling to make it special for me. This would mark the third Mother's Day without my mom, a constant reminder that I was now the matriarch of my family. This year would be different, however.… Continue reading Sand, Sun, and Quarantined Fun

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family, grief, mom, travel

Signs of Love

January 20, 2020January 20, 2020 Tamara

Saturday was my mom's birthday. She would have been 66 years old. When I woke that morning, I wondered if I would feel her presence on her special day. After all, this is the third birthday since she's been gone. The grief has slowly abated from the constant turbulence of crashing waves where I could… Continue reading Signs of Love

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This Moment

September 3, 2019December 30, 2020 Tamara

It happens in the blink of an eye. You enter this world, so small and pure and whole, this moment so encapsulating that we can't even fathom a day when you will be old enough to leave our wings of security. And yet... you do. You learn. You grow. You discover right ways and wrong… Continue reading This Moment

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Two Years

May 4, 2019June 11, 2019 Tamara

Two years. Each day this week I have glanced at the calendar, the bright days of April quickly transforming into May. I didn't want to turn the page to a new month; I wanted to freeze April for just a little bit longer, just as I had two years ago. Just a little more time.… Continue reading Two Years

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The Gaming Child

February 10, 2019February 10, 2019 Tamara

He received the game as a Christmas gift. With the other surprises of the day, he didn't open the game right away, but when he did, he was hooked. He sat for hours in his gaming chair, eyes glued to the screen, as he manipulated the controller in his hand to make the character move… Continue reading The Gaming Child

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education, family, mom, reflection, writing

For the Love of Reading

October 12, 2018October 13, 2018 Tamara

"What kind of books do you like to read?" I have to laugh when I hear someone ask this question, especially to children. Many will answer with a series or author name; a few will respond with a genre. Some will stare blankly with a shrug of their shoulders indicating disinterest in the question altogether.… Continue reading For the Love of Reading

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family, grief, mom, reflection

On The Day My Mother Died

May 5, 2018August 12, 2018 Tamara

Today is the day my mother died. The date has loomed on the calendar like the storm clouds of an impending storm, much like they did last year. The only difference between this year and last is knowing when the rain would fall and hearts would be shattered. Several times in this year of mourning,… Continue reading On The Day My Mother Died

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grief, mom, reflection

11 Months

April 5, 2018August 12, 2018 Tamara

  Today marks 11 months since I sat on my mom's bedside, held her hand, and watched helplessly as she took her last breath. 11 months since eyes that sparkle, 11 months since squeals of delight; 11 months of silent stillness, 11 months to write. This time last year was the beginning of the end.… Continue reading 11 Months

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RAK Week 2018 – The Gift

February 11, 2018August 12, 2018 Tamara

Today is the start of Random Act of Kindness week in the US! I'm so excited!! Promoted by the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation, based out of Denver, Colorado, this is a week-long celebration of kindness ending on National Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17). The week spans over Valentine's Day which is a… Continue reading RAK Week 2018 – The Gift

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One step closer to free hugs! ❤️ Today’s COV One step closer to free hugs! ❤️ Today’s COVID mass vaccination event at the #RVA Fairgrounds was efficient and expedient with lots of smiles behind masks. A special thanks to @hollyberbert who hand-crafted my sweatshirt to celebrate this milestone moment! (I have never been so happy to get a shot in all my life!) 🌟 #passionforkindness
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Today, as I was thinking about my mom on her birth Today, as I was thinking about my mom on her birthday, I was reminded of my trip to Boston a few years back and the sweetest Godwink I received while there. Even though my mom isn't here to read my words, I wanted to share them just the same and say "Thanks" for the memories that helped me smile today. ❤️ #LinkInBio
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One of the many reasons why I love being a part of One of the many reasons why I love being a part of the @dbc_inc family of authors - joyful surprises in the mail! 🌟 I love my new DBC shirt and all the ways my publisher empowers educators to share their stories with the world! ❤️ I can’t believe it’s been almost 2 years since A Passion for Kindness was released - what an incredible journey this has been! 💙 
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Looking for a way to brighten your day as well as Looking for a way to brighten your day as well as the day of someone else? Spotlight the good you see in the world! It’s an easy way to remind others of their value and help them see that their words and actions make a positive difference! #passionforkindness
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A little spotlight on kindness from this past week A little spotlight on kindness from this past weekend... Daniel came home from work and brought his sister a vanilla milkshake. “It’s your last night here before you go back to school.” Love the ways my kids show their love for one another. In the end, kindness wins. ❤️ #passionforkindness
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