The Apples in My Orchard
A Blog By Carol Labuzzetta Since 2017
Category: life
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Did you go to college? Did you live in a dormitory at any time during your college life? I attended three different colleges for my three degrees. But, I only lived on campus during my first degree, an undergraduate degree in nursing or BSN. There is much to be gained by living on campus when…
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If you asked me about my beverage of choice, I would have to say tea! I enjoy a cup or two of tea every day. It’s gotten to the point that I’ve been known to take tea bags on vacation with me! My preferred tea is black tea. I like it to be full-bodied, have…
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Last night, New Year’s Eve, was a quiet one at our house. Our grad student had returned to his campus life on the 26th of December and both of our other boys had plans with friends. We were able to have a nice dinner with one of our sons and his friend before they took…
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There is no question that I like routines. I like the predictability of a schedule and knowing what is planned for the day, week, or even, year. But, with recent changes – my husband’s retirement and the completion of my graduate degree in Natural Resources this past Saturday, we are adjusting to new patterns. My…
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We are focused on miles, I have to admit. Since we have family back East, we know the number of miles just to get there – about 900 of them to Buffalo, where most of them reside. We know the roads, the landmarks, and the pit stops that have clean bathrooms, and hot cups of…
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A mournful mood hovers over me this morning like a dense fog, thick and oppressive. Thoughts of what could have been, what should have been, what might have been, replace all others. Laugher in the hallways, a carefree smiling face, life’s race run at full speed, full of joy and well-being. The fog of mournfulness…
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It seems like I’ve had a love/hate relationship with shopping carts over the years, so when I saw the following article on my social media feed, I stopped to read it. I also knew, without stopping to think, what type of cart caretaker I am! I always return my cart! So, according to the article…
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Our planet is dying. We are killing it. I am not trying to be alarmist or hysterical, I am stating what I, and others, believe to be a fact. What will it take for you to make changes in your life so that your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren can live on a beautiful and healthy…
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