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favorite things #2: Nature Backs t-shirts

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I saw these shirts on a Facebook ad and I liked the graphics on the back of the shirt so I ordered two- one for my boyfriend and one for me. I’ve already worn mine several times and the shirt material is cold and soft. I bought the size L for me and 2X for him. It also came with two stickers and two bracelets. I plan to order more!  Boyfriend’s t-shirt My comfy shirt

Our new normal

Today would be me and Joseph’s 11th anniversary. However, after a 1-year separation, as required in S.C., we divorced February 6, 2020. I left the marriage and refused to reconcile so we agreed on a divorce. We had a short 5-minute hearing at the family courthouse with a witness to verify that we haven’t lived under the same roof for a year and it was done.  We have a custody agreement that we wrote ourselves and mutually agree upon. No child support, no alimony. We’ve had 50/50 custody of the children throughout the whole process. We adjust days and times and we need and are flexible with the schedule. Joseph and I have a civil and amicable relationship. We took my name off the mortgage and he bought me out of my portion so my debt could be freed up for something else one day. So that was our last ”tie” connecting us besides the children. We answer the kids questions as honestly as we can, address behaviors and fears, and have adjusted the family dynamics. This is new to all of u

30-Day Writing Challenge: What are your top 3 pet peeves?

Day #3: What are your top 3 pet peeves? https://lifeentirely.wordpress.com/ 1. The one that comes to mind first is when you are corresponding with someone and they neglect to answer your questions. Like they do not know how to sequence a thorough response by replying to your inquiries. 2. I know we all know someone like this...A person that talks about their ailments all the time- this hurts or this disease or this problem. They only talk about themselves and never ask questions about you in return. I think that is also classified as "narcissistic".  3. Excessive noises and movements- I may have self-diagnosed myself as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) recently. I've noticed that multiple sounds and actions at the same time are stressing me out. It causes stress for me and I realize that is my problem, not anyone else's. Not even quit sure if that could be classified as a pet peeve, but it bugs me.  Pet peeves are individualized and specific to a person. What