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Peak of the Week- July 18,2018

July 18, 2018 by Sharon

Here are a few things that piqued my interest this week!! Happy Peak of the Week- it’s all downhill from here!!

Hemingway- Plan Your Weekends– Interesting to know that Hemingway was as disciplined with his leisure time as he was with his writing! What do you think of his idea? I have to admit, I’m quite a planner. I like to have things planned out whether it is work-related or free time!!

10 Ways to Have a Better Conversation– A friend shared this on Facebook. I am not good at small talk. I wish I were more like my dad and my sister. They can talk to anyone. I am much more reserved. I like to observe rather than be involved!!

Will Reeves- Note To Self— Grab a tissue. I sure needed one. This is Christopher Reeves’ son who lost both parents within 1 1/2 years of each other. He writes a “note to self” to his 13-year-old self after his parents die. He talks of it being his lowest point- There is nowhere to go but up. I remember sharing with my kids after they lost their dad that I’ve never read a biography of a person who has accomplished a great deal with his/her life who had not suffered a great deal at some point in life. I think this point is very true. When you have experienced the unimaginable. When you have fought back from “rock bottom” you gain a strength that is different than any other. It is really good to see this young man doing so well!!

I’m already looking forward to the weekend.  How about you??

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After her husband’s sudden and unexpected death, Sharon McCuistian found herself a widow at the age of 48. With two grown children in college, Sharon had to find a way to live in her new reality. She turned to the things she loved to help in her grief: faith, family, and friends. Her love of words and writing became the cathartic venue by which she began to process her loss. It is through her grief journey that Now Choose Life was born. Read More

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