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Sunday Inspiration

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 1 Comment

I’m going to steal a trick from my friend Amy and offer you some Sunday inspiration. Snow frosts the tree limbs and evergreen leaves outside my window, an...

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Why handwriting is good for you!

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

As you return to studying, be sure to include a valuable learning tool: writing things by hand!

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Words for power in 2021

Posted on January 8, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

The events in D.C. on Jan 6 demand: Let's choose our words thoughtfully in 2021

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What to do with those Christmas cards

Posted on January 1, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Time to take down the decorations, but what will you do with all of those cards? The Word Nerd has a few ideas...

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Permission to simplify Christmas

Posted on December 18, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 11 Comments

At Christmas, we're supposed to feel joy, but sometimes it's hard. I'm simplifying this Christmas and letting go of what doesn't bring joy.

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Give yourself permission to be happy

Posted on November 24, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

This Thanksgiving, I give you permission to NOT "be everything", and to indulge in the things that bring you joy.