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February 12, 2021

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I forgot to fill my buckets – again

Once again I’ve been called out by my wife for not taking the time to do what I need. Call them ‘cups’ or ‘buckets’, they’re our vessels for filling up with hobbies, self-care, and things that make us contented. The saying “You can’t pour from an empty cup” reminds us that we’re of no use to the people around us when we neglect ourselves. And I have been doing that recently. It’s a slippery slope from skipping a lunchtime  ...

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