Tag Archives: writing

Why Do We Write?

Posted on October 8, 2018 by janieleeds

Excerpt from A Star Is Born – another poignant moment to share with you. “Look, talent comes everywhere, but having something to say, in a way to say it so people listen to it, that’s a whole other bag. Unless … Continue reading →

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Feelings Long After The Divorce

Posted on March 23, 2018 by janieleeds

A friend sent me an article by Lissa Rankin called Love Your Enemy. Below is an excerpt from Noelle Newby for your reading. This is the part that touched me to my core. The part that made me cry because … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary to Us!

Posted on January 17, 2018 by janieleeds

I got a notice from wordpress that today is my one year anniversary here blogging and I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you all for being here with me. With a few more than 200 followers, my little … Continue reading →

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Man Of My Dream

Posted on December 13, 2017 by janieleeds

I awoke with a strange dream in my head and because I don’t want to forget it, I’m writing about it. What do you think it means? Well, here is goes… *** I was working in a restaurant and I … Continue reading →

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The Potpourri of Blogging Comments

Posted on November 15, 2017 by janieleeds

I like blogging and I like making connections with people. I enjoy the banter, the giggles and being engaged in discussions and seeing the other side of issues. I’ve been grateful for all the advice you’ve sent my way and … Continue reading →

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But I Still Love Him

Posted on July 28, 2017 by janieleeds

Recently I’ve met with some women who are in the middle of being separated and/or divorced and a handful still lament that they love their STBX (soon-to-be-ex) or EX’s. I understand, for I still have a piece of my heart … Continue reading →

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He’s Left, Now What Happens To Me?

Posted on June 5, 2017 by janieleeds

It’s hard when you’ve been left by a spouse or significant other. Let’s be honest here. Nobody likes to hear that their loved one is leaving them. That’s just hard to deal with in any circumstance, no matter what age … Continue reading →

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Journaling Power

Posted on April 15, 2017 by janieleeds

Journaling saved me. There, I said it. I don’t know if you are a person who likes to write in a journal, but I have found it to be very beneficial. I don’t necessarily ‘JOURNAL’ as in writing every day, … Continue reading →

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