Tag Archives: Spiritual

Happy anniversary: Celebrating a perfectly imperfect marriage

Posted on May 4, 2014 by minndixiemom

On May 4, 1996, David and I exchanged vows at Mindekirken, the Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church in Minneapolis. Before my late father walked me down the aisle, I peeked in at the pews full of friends, family and colleagues. For the first time … Continue reading →

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Off and running in 2014

Posted on January 18, 2014 by minndixiemom

After doing more races than ever in 2012, I fell off the running wagon in 2013,  participating in only one event. That event, however, the R-KIDS 5K to benefit HudsonAlpha’s childhood genetic disorders research inspired me, planting the seed for future races. … Continue reading →

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Ten reasons I love Huntsville (Ala.)

Posted on January 13, 2014 by minndixiemom

David and I have lived in Huntsville since late December 1996. Other than the 18 months we wound up back in Minneapolis (long story!), the Rocket City has been home. During a weekend run, I thought of how grateful I … Continue reading →

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2014 New YOU resolutions

Posted on January 6, 2014 by minndixiemom

A New WHO? Nearly half of the people in the US make New Year’s resolutions. Not me. I haven’t made them for quite a while, actually. It’s not that I don’t need to improve upon myself, or that I’m so delusional … Continue reading →

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Goodbye 2013, Hello 2014

Posted on December 31, 2013 by minndixiemom

Happy New Year! As I look back on 2013, there are many things I would do differently and others I wouldn’t change at all.  (As if I have a choice!) In the end, I am grateful for all of the … Continue reading →

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Life lessons from the ‘Wicked’ Elphaba

Posted on December 22, 2013 by minndixiemom

The hit musical, Wicked, celebrated its 10th anniversary this year. Besides the clever storyline, amazing score and stellar cast, I believe there’s another reason for the show’s ongoing success: the wicked witch herself. We could all learn a thing or … Continue reading →

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Cluttered Closets

Posted on June 2, 2013 by minndixiemom

When my closet gets cluttered, I go to extreme measures to restore order. I take out everything, dumping it onto the bed or the floor. At first, it seems overwhelming, but if I go through the contents, piece by piece, … Continue reading →

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