Category Archives: finding happiness at 50

Behind The Scenes

Posted on July 12, 2021 by janieleeds

It was a bit of a rough last week here at Chez Leeds. Tons of stuff going on front and center with lots of behind the scenes crap being revealed. Changes in relationships, truths being revealed and the noticing of … Continue reading →

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Helping A Friend Through The Aftermath Of Divorce

Posted on July 3, 2021 by janieleeds

I spent all day yesterday with a friend who’s divorced. Although our kids were in school together, we weren’t friends. We met after the ex left me via mutual friends. Subsequently her marriage imploded and so we bonded. She’s doing … Continue reading →

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Tuesday With Mr. Kitty

Posted on June 30, 2021 by janieleeds

Well, we’ve made it through another night together, Fido, Mr. Kitty and me. I was awakened before dawn by Mr. Kitty who was standing on my chest and energetically licking my face for me to get up. Seriously? Apparently breakfast … Continue reading →

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Monday With Fido

Posted on June 29, 2021 by janieleeds

I’m here at my brother’s home taking care of his dog Fido and Mr. Kitty while they’re away. We made it through Monday together pretty well. I think Fido and I have a little understanding. I stay within his view … Continue reading →

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Exhaustion Overload

Posted on June 22, 2021 by janieleeds

I’ve started a few posts over the last few days, but never published any of them. Today I’m on exhaustion overload which only happens every once in awhile. But it’s very real to me. I’ve been helping friends and family … Continue reading →

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Happy Father’s Day

Posted on June 20, 2021 by janieleeds

Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads out there! I hope you have a lovely day with your family and bond with your kids! Make this day one where your kids know how much you care and allow them to … Continue reading →

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I Got A Gazelle

Posted on June 18, 2021 by janieleeds

You’re probably wondering what the heck a gazelle is!? And I don’t blame you. It’s Tony Little’s exercise machine called the Gazelle Glider which has been around for 20 years. It’s designed to increase strength, cardio endurance and flexibility. I … Continue reading →

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Back On Tracks

Posted on June 17, 2021 by janieleeds

I’ve been listening to music more lately. There was a time when I only listened to the radio in the car and because I wasn’t in the car often, I wasn’t listening to music. And I missed it. I didn’t … Continue reading →

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And She Was

Posted on June 16, 2021 by janieleeds

I woke up with that song in my head this morning. You know the one? And She Was by Talking Heads so I thought it would make a good title for a post. Have you ever been chatting with a … Continue reading →

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