Monthly Archives: July 2013

Things I Have Overheard Pt XV

Posted on July 28, 2013 by JWo

I’ve been a little behind in releasing my Things I Have Overheard posts, but I didn’t feel like posting one last week, on the one year anniversary of my step-Dad’s death. That doesn’t mean that I didn’t overhear and write … Continue reading →

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The Day the Lights Went Out

Posted on July 23, 2013 by JWo

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The power went out at work today and the 90 minutes sitting in the dark with my coworkers made me feel each of my 40 years on this earth. I had been at work for about 15 minutes when a … Continue reading →

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One Year Later the Loss Still Stings

Posted on July 22, 2013 by JWo

I wore black to work today because my heart was sad. It’s sad because one year ago today I got the call that my step-Dad, James, had passed away after battling stomach cancer with every fiber of his being. Even … Continue reading →

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Applying What I Learned From Illinois Politics

Posted on July 18, 2013 by JWo

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I learned a lot of things during my time in Chicagoland, like how to drive in, and shovel, snow, how everyone should hate the Packers, and how you are not sposed to put ketchup on a hot dog. But this … Continue reading →

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Things I Have Overheard Pt XIV

Posted on July 15, 2013 by JWo

Just the other day Tammy told me she didn’t like my #overheard posts anymore. Of course, the fact that it was after I got off the couch to find my notebook and write down something funny she had said might … Continue reading →

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Things I Have Overheard Pt XIII

Posted on July 8, 2013 by JWo

For the first time in I don’t know how long I was able to spend the 4th of July with my family. I was busy manning the grill, which I know cost me some good #overheard moments. But I more … Continue reading →

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I Can’t See It, But I Know It’s Here

Posted on July 2, 2013 by JWo

One year ago today I was in a much different place. My world was upside down and I was watching someone I loved struggle just to make it through each day. I wrote this in less than 10 minutes while … Continue reading →

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Things I Have Overheard Pt XII

Posted on July 1, 2013 by JWo

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I usually take a little notebook and pen with me when I’m away from my computer and this past week was one of those times I was very glad I did. This week there were #overheard gems at the bar … Continue reading →