Monthly Archives: August 2014

Fav Five Fridays…Introvert Special

Posted on August 29, 2014 by angelastricklin

It’s been a week…that’s all I can say…and by week, I mean weeks…I spent all day last Saturday working on a report for work that still isn’t done (shhh…don’t remind me) and I see work in my future this weekend … Continue reading →

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I’m Not Too Old To Throw A Tantrum

Posted on August 27, 2014 by angelastricklin

Tonight was my baby girls first soccer meeting. We were supposed to meet her coach and teammates at the local Fro Yo place. I was supposed to leave work a little early so I could go. So. Of course. Work … Continue reading →

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Happy Two Years Sober

Posted on August 17, 2014 by angelastricklin

August 17, 2012 – August 17, 2014 My husband. Sober. Two years. Y’all. It hasn’t been easy. It hasn’t been the picture I had in my head. It. Is. So. Much. Better. It’s getting better. One. Day. At. A. Time. … Continue reading →

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Favorite Five Friday – Week 2

Posted on August 15, 2014 by angelastricklin

Today, the pastor who has invested in us…fought for us when we weren’t fighting for us…believed in us…hurt with us…rejoiced with us…is following God’s call on his family and moving out of state. When we first found out, I … Continue reading →

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When Life Got Messy, I Ran…

Posted on August 12, 2014 by angelastricklin

Last night at Celebrate Recovery something that was said reminded me of a time I like to forget. A decision I made out of hurt, yes, but looking back more out of spite and anger. It was several years ago … Continue reading →

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Favorite Five Friday

Posted on August 8, 2014 by angelastricklin

In an effort to be more consistent with my blogging OK. Let’s be real. Because I obviously need something to hold me accountable… I thought I’d try something new. Favorite Five Friday. #FFF (confession. I ❤ hashtags. Seriously. Love.) As … Continue reading →

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About A Dog…

Posted on August 4, 2014 by angelastricklin

His story starts with a Facebook post…a family at our church looking for a new home for their new puppy…But not quite sure they could really give him up…Me questioning why I would possibly think a new dog would be … Continue reading →