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Mrs. Franchy’s Evil Ring: A Fresh Spin on Christmas Tales
Read more: Mrs. Franchy’s Evil Ring: A Fresh Spin on Christmas Tales“Mrs. Franchy’s Evil Ring” is a refreshing take on Christmas tales, filled with suspense, adventure, and valuable life lessons. Set during a frosty Massachusetts winter, it follows the journey of a brave nine-year-old, Isla, who faces her biggest fear – her stepmom. Along the way, Isla and her family learn to let go of long-held…
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Echoes of Despair: A Glimpse into Gaza’s Crisis Through an Outsider’s Eyes
Read more: Echoes of Despair: A Glimpse into Gaza’s Crisis Through an Outsider’s EyesThus Far: An Overview On October 7, 2023, an act of violence broke through our subconscious and enlightened most to see something that has been going on for 75 years. Hamas, a rebellious group from Palestine that has been categorized as a terrorist group by various countries, attacked and killed Israeli civilians attending a concert.…
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Stepparents and Boundaries – What I’ve Learned from Both Sides
Read more: Stepparents and Boundaries – What I’ve Learned from Both SidesBeing both a stepchild and a stepmother has taught me that boundaries in blended families are more than just rules or limits—they are lifelines. Navigating family dynamics where not everyone shares the same history or emotional ties requires patience, empathy, and a lot of trial and error. I’ve learned firsthand that establishing boundaries is not…
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Deliver Us From Evil: A Fascination with Movies Based on Books and Real-Life Events
Read more: Deliver Us From Evil: A Fascination with Movies Based on Books and Real-Life EventsThis week on Saturday Reads, I want to dive into something a little different—Deliver Us From Evil. This movie is not only a supernatural thriller but also one that’s based on real-life events and a gripping book, Beware the Night, by Ralph Sarchie. The blending of true crime, demonic possession, and exorcism is a mix…
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Reyna Grande: Championing Immigrant Narratives with Emotional Power
Read more: Reyna Grande: Championing Immigrant Narratives with Emotional PowerDiscover the emotional weight of immigrant stories through the powerful writing of Reyna Grande. Learn why her work inspires and resonates with countless readers.
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Reflections on My Taylor Swift Post: What I’ve Learned About Relationships
Read more: Reflections on My Taylor Swift Post: What I’ve Learned About RelationshipsBack when I wrote my post titled “I’m the Latina Version of Taylor Swift”, I thought it was hilarious. At the time, it felt right to laugh at my dating struggles and my inability to “keep a guy,” and comparing myself to Taylor Swift—minus the singing, of course—seemed like a great way to express my…
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Letters to John: Finding Solace and Connection in Grief
Read more: Letters to John: Finding Solace and Connection in GriefHave you ever found yourself yearning to communicate with a loved one who has passed away? I discovered an unconventional yet transformative way to process grief: writing letters to my departed fur baby, John. In this heartfelt episode of “Have a Cup of Johanny,” I share how this simple practice has become a bridge between…
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Expanding The Kids Are Gone: From Short Story to Novella
Read more: Expanding The Kids Are Gone: From Short Story to NovellaHey, fellow readers and writers! It’s Tuesday, which means it’s time for a writing update. Today, I want to give you a little behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of my current project under my pen name, J.E. Ortega—The Kids Are Gone. This story originally started as a short piece that I wrote with no intentions…
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