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How to survive the college drop off, 4 years later

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Next week I will take a third child to college. It isn't easy, but it is good. The Word Nerd shares wisdom about change.

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I give you reasons to hope

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

I gained so much during my trip to Europe, best of all new reasons to hope!

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How to build bridges

Posted on April 1, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 3 Comments

Hostility plagues our world. Here are the Word Nerd's thoughts on building bridges so we can move forward.

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Let us rise strong in HOPE

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Some inspiration on a rainy Monday to never stop looking for hope.

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Notice what’s good in 2022

Posted on December 31, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

There's enough snark and strife out there. Let's commit to focus on what is worthy and good in 2022. Inspiration from The Word Nerd.

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Weekend Inspiration

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

A quote to help you stay focused on joy this weekend and into the week to come.

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I believe in the power of words, and I like helping people find interesting and inspiring words to read. Follow me for tips on grammar, word etymology, what books to read, and more. Member SCBWI.

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