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Hi! I'm Margarite.
I am a blogger
and an award-winning author.
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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


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


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


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


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


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


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


Keeping Your Pipes Cozy When the Temperature Drops
My car's dash read three degrees when I left for work this morning. Even though I let my car warm up for ten minutes before I left, my...
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Jan 204 min read


Broccoli Cheese Soup: My New Favorite
Broccoli cheese soup is a comforting favorite that warms you from within. Imagine savoring a bowl of this creamy goodness on a chilly...
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Jan 134 min read


How do You Prepare for a Winter Storm? Here are Some Ideas.
As I sit in my living room watching snowflakes gently cascade to the ground, my natural tendency to make sure I'm prepared kicked in. I...
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Jan 64 min read


Twenty-six Years Together Began with Roses from a Stranger
It's amazing how life changes so quickly. One decision can change everything. I have posted this story before, but I feel the need to...
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Dec 30, 20244 min read


Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas, my friends! I hope you are all happy, healthy, and feeling the warm embrace of unconditional love. This time of year is...
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Dec 23, 20242 min read


Christmas Party Games for the Whole Family!
The holiday season brings everyone together, and what better way to create lasting memories than through festive games? Christmas parties...
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Dec 16, 20243 min read


Unwrap the Savings: 10 Unexpected Ways to Keep Your Cash in Your Pocket this Christmas
Christmas is a magical time filled with laughter, joy, love, and giving. However, the season can also bring financial stress. With all...
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Dec 9, 20244 min read


Family Time is My Thanksgiving Treasure
I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! My holiday was full of wonderful food and fabulous company. My poor hubby had to work on...
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Dec 2, 20242 min read


Happy Thanksgiving! Here are Ten Things for Which I am Thankful.
I hope you all have a Happy Thanksgiving! Since this week is Thanksgiving, I thought I would take a moment to share some of the things...
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Nov 25, 20244 min read


Early Shopping and Misplaced Gifts
I always have the best of intentions. I try to plan for every contingency and work hard to achieve my goals. Unfortunately, things often...
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Nov 18, 20243 min read


Good People Showing Kindness, No Politics
Politics has become an incredibly divisive force in our country. Yet, many of the people I know treat others with respect and kindness...
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Nov 11, 20243 min read


An OWL Conference and an Adventure
I attended the Ozarks Writers League Conference (OWL) last weekend. It was my last conference of the year, and I quite enjoyed it....
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Nov 4, 20243 min read


Top of the Rock is Worth the Drive
My husband and I took a short trip to Branson last weekend. It was our late celebration for our silver wedding anniversary. A friend of...
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Oct 28, 20242 min read
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