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(yes, today} 19/31 #sol16


The March Slice of Life Story Challenge
hosted at the Two Writing Teachers
Join us for a month of writing!
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today:  i celebrate the first day of slowing down for spring break

today:  was chilly, but sunny and surprisingly nothing scheduled
want to be:  reading, reading, reading and commenting on more slices 
blessings:  my health and the house buying & selling process has been smooth
thinking:  i'm really tired and there is so much more i want to say
planning:  my spring break week with my girls and my family
writing:  this quick little slice, while many other stories are waiting ...
loving:  my girls and hubby and family and friends near and far
grateful:  that my parents are coming tomorrow ... safe travels

and today {again}: i celebrate the first day of slowing down life
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This go-to easy-format quick-thinking in-the-moment writing idea is compliments to:

"It's a single print out of the busy cycle of life, a pause, a way to plan, 
and to remember to breathe in the midst of the everyday."
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  1. AnonymousMarch 19, 2016 at 10:18 PM

    I love the format of this slice and this glimpse into your celebration! Yes - safe travels to your parents!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 19, 2016 at 10:21 PM

    This a great way to reflect on the simple things in life that we often overlook. Thanks for sharing!

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  3. PAMELA HODGESMarch 19, 2016 at 11:04 PM

    Yippee for slowing down life!
    xo
    Pamela
    Love your little slices of your blessings and wanting and planning.

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  4. PAMELA HODGESMarch 19, 2016 at 11:04 PM

    Yippee for slowing down life!
    xo
    Pamela
    Love your little slices of your blessings and wanting and planning.

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  5. LynnMarch 19, 2016 at 11:15 PM

    Have a wonderful "slow" week Michelle! Love the format..I will have to borrow it! xoxo

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  6. UnknownMarch 19, 2016 at 11:32 PM

    Happy Spring Break! I have a week to go before I get to celebrate my own slow week.

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  7. Terje March 20, 2016 at 3:16 AM

    Ah, the moment to pause, to capture the now, to feel the appreciation - lovely.

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  8. ChrisMarch 20, 2016 at 3:13 PM

    Your slice gives me a moment to pause and catch my breath. Have a great week!!

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  9. Mary HillMarch 21, 2016 at 2:57 AM

    I hope you have a great week and nice visit with your parents too. :)

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  10. LoraleeMarch 29, 2016 at 4:08 AM

    i love slowing down life

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