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Hi! I'm Margarite.
I am a blogger
and an award-winning author.
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A Few Road Trip Hacks that Might Come in Handy
Embarking on a road trip can be one of the most exhilarating ways to explore new places and create unforgettable memories. Whether you're...
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12 minutes ago4 min read
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Packing for Your Next Out of Town Conference: Tips You'll Wish You Knew Sooner
I have some upcoming conferences this summer that already have me stressing over the thought of packing. I seem to always forget...
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7 days ago5 min read
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Memorial Day Weekend Family Time
I hope you all had a great Memorial Day Weekend. I did not make to any of the cemeteries due to the constant rain my area has endured...
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May 263 min read
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Swimming in the Debt Pool: How I Wiped Out $36,000 in Credit Card Debt in Five Years
The following is not financial advice. It is my experience and opinion. I am not a financial wizard or financial advisor. I do not hold...
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May 195 min read
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I Finally Have Some Plants in the Ground
I finally have some plants in my garden. I'm way behind, but my veggies are growing now. I've been extremely busy and emotional about...
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May 122 min read
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My Tribute to My Sweet Uncle Don W.
It has been a tough week. My family suffered a great loss with the passing of my beloved uncle. Uncle Don W. was the best of men. He was...
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May 55 min read
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JJ Renek Author Spotlight
One of the things I love most about being part of a writing community is getting to know my fellow authors. JJ Renek is a fascinating...
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Apr 286 min read
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Secret Veggie Allies: What to Plant with Tomatoes and Onions for a Thriving Garden
I am way behind and need to plant my garden. I haven't even started my seeds yet. The only vegetable I have at the moment is a tomato...
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Apr 214 min read
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Should I Write a Cookbook?
My mind is wild place most of the time. I'm thinking about fifty things at once. That's not always a good thing, especially when I need...
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Apr 142 min read
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Are You Ready for Ozarks Spring Storms? Here are 5 Tips to Help You Prepare.
Spring in the Ozarks is truly a sight to behold, with colorful blossoms and warm sunshine emerging after a long winter. Yet, this season...
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Apr 73 min read
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Saying Good-Bye to a Local Walgreens
Breathing has become a real challenge the last couple of weeks, and I've been desperate to find something that would help. I made a quest...
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Mar 313 min read
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Allergy Season is Upon Us
I don't know about you, but allergy season has already hit me hard. I've had to start taking my Zyrtec again, and it's only helping a...
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Mar 244 min read
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Feeling the Creativity
Have you ever been in a room with a group and people and fed off their energy? I don't mean like an energy vampire. I mean where you are...
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Mar 172 min read
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One Little Complement Can Make Your Whole Day
Thanks to the insane wind we have experienced in my neck of the woods over the last week or so, my allergies are in full swing. It has...
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Mar 102 min read
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Chicken and Dumplings, the Best Comfort Food
I've been under a great deal of stress the last week or so. With layoffs at work and a loved one in the hospital with an unknown illness,...
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Mar 34 min read
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Commuting Adventures in the Snow
I don't know about where you live, but getting to work proved difficult for me last week. We had several inches of snow last Tuesday and...
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Feb 243 min read
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How to Test Your Eggs to Determine if They're Still Good
Please note: the content of this blog post is my opinion. I am not a food safety specialist or healthcare professional. If you know me at...
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Feb 172 min read
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Exciting News in My Author Life
A great deal has been happening in my author life lately. As many of you know, I participated in JANO, a writing competition held within...
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Feb 104 min read
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Feeling overwhelmed? Try these unexpected stress-busters for instant relief!
In today’s fast-paced world, feeling overwhelmed is all too common. From demanding jobs to personal responsibilities, stress can creep...
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Feb 34 min read
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Wrapping Up the JANO Competition
I've been extremely busy this month. I'm participating in the JANO competition, which is sponsored by Sleuths' Ink Mystery Writers. JANO...
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Jan 273 min read
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