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June 15, 2020 By Traci

Love. Enough said.

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Lighting My Universe Blue for Autism Awareness

April 24, 2017 By Traci

A is for April and Autism Awareness Did you know that April is World Autism Month? It’s a great opportunity to learn a little more about this disorder that affects 1 in 68 children. How much do you know about the autism spectrum? Take the #LightItUpBlue quiz: http://bit.ly/ASDquiz How much do you know? I learned…

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Celebrating Lung-Leaving Day!

March 1, 2017 By Traci

I am belatedly celebrating this special day but anyone who knows me, knows that I love any excuse to celebrate – late or not – and surviving cancer is definitely worth celebrating. When Heather shared her story with me, I definitely wanted to be a part. On November 21, 2006, Heather Von St. James was…

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Carrying Hope for Fire Victims in a Pink truck

December 15, 2016 By Traci

Sometimes, something comes into my inbox that I cry with joy and hope for the human race.  Okay, it’s Christmas and I cry at everything, but nonetheless, this was so lovely, I decided to share it in its full form. A fire in her heart to help those hurt in the Gatlinburg fire I am a…

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Doing Good with Goodwill

December 14, 2016 By Traci

    This time of year we all try to do a little extra. Give a little more, smile a little more, care a little bit more. If only we could keep that generosity and mindset year round. Luckily, there are local organizations that do keep that kind of generosity going year round, Goodwill. That’s…

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