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2026-07-27T20:55:27-04:00

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Writer’s Block in Tough Times

Last updated on: July 27, 2026 at 8:55 pm By Susan Oser

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I first want to apologize for not posting or writing anything. I’m going through writer’s block, which is something I know a lot of you are familiar with and probably are going through too. Mine has been pretty severe and this entry is my attempt to get through it. So, why this writer’s block. First of all, life has swung at me hard the last few months: taking care of both my mental and physical health, trying to keep afloat... Read more

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2026-01-13T11:22:17-05:00

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Self-Preservation and Self-Care in this New Year of Tension

Last updated on: January 13, 2026 at 11:22 am By Susan Oser

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@djangelwriter #spreadlove #selfcare #motivation #motivational #community ♬ original sound – Christus für alle I recently made a video on TikTok and posted on all my other video social media platforms about what we can do when it come to the recent news coming out of Minneapolis and other cities. I know that speaking for myself, it is extremely overwhelming and mind-numbing. It also feels pretty scary too. Unfortunately, in this day and age of technology, once you click a like,... Read more

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2025-10-30T00:27:34-04:00

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How to empower young voices in civic life

Last updated on: October 30, 2025 at 12:27 am By Susan Oser

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What practical steps can faith communities take to empower young voices in civic life? Almost every faith-based, non-faith-based, political communities and otherwise are dealing with this issue. It’s not just for the survival of the organization but also to bring new life into an organization from new, younger, and fresh perspective. This is also an age-old question that many organizations are asking themselves these days including the current organization I’m involved with which is the NFBPWC organization and also in... Read more

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2025-07-31T01:25:43-04:00

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What it’s like when a legend is lost: An Ode to Ozzy

Last updated on: July 31, 2025 at 1:25 am By Susan Oser

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The death of Ozzy Osbourne has hit the music community hard. Not just in rock in roll but all genres of music lovers. Even if you didn’t like the guy, heard crazy stories about him, or just was curious about him, you knew who he was. Like most people, he had his share of demons. He was open about his drug addictions, especially when he was sobering up. This inspired a lot of people to clean themselves up too. In... Read more

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2025-05-12T23:36:01-04:00

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Personal Reflections on Pope Francis and his humor

Last updated on: May 12, 2025 at 11:36 pm By Susan Oser

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Since the passing of Pope Francis and now with the election of Pope Leo XIV, I have had a lot to think about and reflect on. Pope Francis is still in our hearts, even to the point of still wanting to say his name. Most if not all Catholics and non-Catholics have great memories. For me, it was his embrace of humor and even inviting comedians from around the world for an audience about the importance plays in our lives.... Read more

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2025-03-29T23:30:42-04:00

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Why International Transgender Day of Visibility is Important

Last updated on: March 29, 2025 at 11:30 pm By Susan Oser

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March 31 marks International Transgender Day of Visibility. This is a day where the transgender community comes out in protest, open-mikes, and other celebrations to show the world of transgendered people’s existence. It is a perfect opportunity to learn about a community that only make 1% of the population and has a lot of discrimination directed towards them. How was International Transgender Day of Visibility created? The International Transgender Day of Visibility was created by Rachel Crandall Crocker from the... Read more

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2025-03-29T22:14:45-04:00

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Why is St. Cecilia so special to Musicians and me?

Last updated on: March 29, 2025 at 10:14 pm By Susan Oser

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St. Cecilia’s feast day is on November 22 and considered to be one of most famous and most discussed virgin martyrs of Catholic church history. No one really knows when she was born. However, there is a lot of information about how she died and why she is the patroness that she is today. So what makes her so special and why should you get to know her? Read on. Why the patroness of music and musicians? It has been... Read more

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2025-01-26T21:04:43-05:00

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A Meditation to Cope with Post-Inauguration Anxiety

Last updated on: January 26, 2025 at 9:04 pm By Susan Oser

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Seeing how my partner is personally dealing with their own anxieties about their own future under the new administration a bit of spiritual inspiration came to me. The inspiration came to me not only as a way to help my partner, but because I’ve seen other content creators online like Bruce W. Brackett give simple daily breathing exercises on their daily posts. I also have listened to a lot of content creators out there who are sharing their own concerns... Read more

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2024-12-23T23:37:28-05:00

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Recommended Variations of A Christmas Carol

Last updated on: December 23, 2024 at 11:37 pm By Susan Oser

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It’s that time of year when we watch our favorite Christmas classics on TV, video, or otherwise. One of those is A Christmas Carol that has been adapted in many forms over the years. Below are some of my favorite variations of this timeless classic, including a new take that I hope catches on into the future. Mickey’s Christmas Carol – 1983 This is one of my favorite animated traditions to watch featuring an actual Disney character called Scrooge McDuck... Read more

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2024-11-29T22:44:30-05:00

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Self-Care Strategies for the Holidays

Last updated on: November 29, 2024 at 10:44 pm By Susan Oser

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Now that election season is over, it’s time to think about the holidays. A time to think about family, gifts, who’s going to host the big dinner and of course the parties and the decorating. There is also fear of conversations and the many what-ifs that tend to come this time of year. However, not everyone is looking forward to this season. Some people feel hurt, betrayed, and are just in a state of shock that they cannot... Read more

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