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Cheryl’s Adventure
Cheryl’s Adventure – Taking time
June 5, 2013
Hannah gathered her three children, their belongings, and tests that needed to be graded that evening. As they hurried out of the classroom she reminded them of her son’s lacrosse practice; it was imperative they remain on schedule.
Cheryl’s Adventure – Someone else’s shoes
May 30, 2013
The alarm clock began buzzing. Kyle wanted nothing more than to snooze for five more minutes. Five more minutes of peace. Is that really too much to ask for, he thought. But he knew better than to risk being late for school.
Cheryl’s Adventure – Giving a ‘shout out’
May 29, 2013
A young girl’s sweet sounds echoed in the shower as her mother reached in and turned off the water. On a school night, all good things must come to an end, even if the entire house was enjoying her Taylor Swift sing-a-like concert.
Cheryl’s Adventure – Don’t worry, Be happy
April 19, 2013
The last dismissal bell rang and students flooded the hallways. Cheerful children were excited to be released and anxious to enjoy their few free hours of freedom left in the day. Among these smiling faces were two bubbling young ladies that appeared to be as happy and carefree as the rest of world.
Cheryl’s Adventure – My little secret
March 19, 2013
Hmmm – that’s weird. What is that? Is that a lump? How are we to know if a lump is a lump? We should check ourselves once a month, but what exactly are we supposed to be feeling? Had I checked myself before, then I ‘d know if it was normal to feel as though I had a twenty-five cent rubber bouncy ball stuck in the side of my boob!
Cheryl’s Adventure – Mama’s “Maine” adventure
July 30, 2012
After returning to work in February I had just one simple goal in mind – survive until summer! Having endured ten months of chemo and other various treatments, four months of actually working was clearly an obtainable goal. And sure enough, in a quick blink of an eye – school was out for summer! It was time to find another adventure!
Cheryl’s Adventure – It’s showtime!
March 1, 2012
Ever since I was a little girl I’ve dreamed of performing on stage! Growing up I was able to act in a few plays, sing with my middle school chorus, and dance for my high school Drill Team. Ever since then my stage career has been limited to random nights of karaoke and living out my dream in our school’s talent show!
Cheryl’s Adventure – Attitude of gratitude
January 1, 2012
3..2..1..Happy New Year! 2012 is officially here! With each New Year comes a myriad of resolutions designed to make the New Year better than all the rest.
