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Physical Activities

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What are your favorite physical activities or exercises?
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Physical activities and exercise aren’t usually my forte, and I recognize that I should incorporate more of it into my routine. However, if I had to choose an exercise, swimming is definitely my favorite. When I’m in the water, it hardly feels like a workout at all.

In the past, I also enjoyed step aerobics; I took a class back in college and found it to be quite fun. Lately, I’ve developed a bit of interest in boxing, especially after witnessing a demonstration at a work event. It sparked my curiosity!

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Random Thoughts 12/11/25

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As I sit here, I find myself contemplating yet another redesign of my blog. None of the layouts I’ve tried so far truly speak to me. There’s another one I’ve been eyeing, and maybe I’ll give it a shot. Who knows—perhaps it’s the artist in me that resists settling, or maybe I’m just a little indecisive.

On a brighter note, I had the chance to watch my niece’s school dance performance today, and it was wonderful. I really enjoyed seeing her on stage with her classmates, and it felt special to leave work early just to be there.

Poetry

The Rhyme of the Unhinged

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I couldn’t think of a rhyme for “singe,”
My thoughts are scattered, feeling quite unhinged.
I aimed to be clever, to craft something slick,
But my poetic skills feel burnt, thick, and quick.

In my mind I searched, through shadows and light,
Hoping to find a word that felt right.
Yet all that I found were echoes of lack,
No dashin’ good phrases, just a dim track.

So, I’ll wrap up my poem with a humorous quip,
Hoping you liked it, despite any blip.
For poetry’s journey is often a race,
And sometimes we stumble but still find our place.

Poetry

Words We Need

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Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony, mylovexpressionsblog.wordpress.com

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When words don’t come out 

Never try and force them all

Or you’ll lose your mind

Silence can sometimes bring peace

To bring back the words that we need…

-AAA/MAD

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Quote for December 10, 2025

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“As a single footstep will not make a path on the earth, so a single thought will not make a pathway in the mind. To make a deep physical path, we walk again and again. To make a deep mental path, we must think over and over the kind of thoughts we wish to dominate our lives.” —Henry David Thoreau

Poetry

Visions of Hope

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Eyes see beyond sight,
Imagining what can be,
Unveiling the future,
Like waves upon the sea.

Dreams float in my mind,
Hope whispers soft and near,
With each little step,
I can face all my fears.

Poetry

Whispers of Spring

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In the springtime breeze,
Fragrance of cherry blooms,
Delicate whispers,
Nature’s gentle embrace found,
Moments linger, softly held.

Fragrance
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Fragrance of Dreams

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Their fragrance so sweet, a soft tease,
Brings forth smiles and whispers with ease.
In gardens adorned,
Where dreams are reborn,
Nature’s beauty is sure to appease.

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Magic and Mockery

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Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony, mylovexpressionsblog.wordpress.com

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The magician scoffed

And she disappeared in smoke

Never seen again.

Magic words never said again

To live in peace and not mocked.

-AAA/MAD

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Extra, Extra! 12/8/25

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By the number

25

The largest point deficit ever overcome in a super bowl game, achieved in 2017 by the New England Patriots, who went to defeat the Atlanta Falcons 34-28 in the first overtime game in Super Bowl history.

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Quote for December 8,2025

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“Sometimes magic is just someone spending more time on something than anyone else might reasonably expect.” —Raymond Joseph Teller

Challenges, Missy's MAD Challenge

Missy’s MAD Challenge # 070

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Every week, a creative prompt will be offered for you to unleash your imagination and artistic skills. 

You can share your response in the form of art or any creative expression that the prompt inspires.

There are no restrictions and no deadlines, so feel free to take your time and enjoy the creative process.

Remember to label your response with #missysmadchallenge.

Your challenge for this week

  • Out of the shadows, a creature unlike any seen before emerged, challenging the beliefs of those who dared to venture into the night.