Category Archives: magic

Sleeping Beauty: Happy New Year

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Julie Hooker

My dad tucked me into bed every single night. Somehow, definitely with a bit of magic, he moved his hands like the birds in Sleeping Beauty as he pulled up my blankets and patted them down around my shoulders and chin. … Continue reading →

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Three Important Things in a Home with Dogs

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Julie Hooker

Three Important Things in a Home with Dogs   As far as I’m concerned, a house is not a home without a dog, or dogs.   But, when people without dogs visit, there are three things that are important to … Continue reading →

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6 is the Magic Number

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Julie Hooker

Last night, walking with my neighbor, we talked about feeling “overwhelmed.” Someone once told her to make a list of SIX things to accomplish each day. Six is manageable. More than six, becomes overwhelming. I’m trying it today. 1. Feed … Continue reading →

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