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- Sep 14, 2019
- 1 min
Make today count
Y’all....it’s been an emotional two months. I am constantly reminded of how grateful I need to be of the people, places and things that I am surrounded by. I have amazingly tough kids that keep me on my toes daily. I have people that have been brought into my life by the grace of God. I am in a location where I am afforded so many opportunities. It’s definitely been a wild ride but we are alive. Although I still have some good and bad days, I am still aware of what I have. It
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- Aug 30, 2019
- 1 min
Football Season
Proud football momma right here. This time last year when Blaze was just starting his football season, his sister was recovering and I was still in the hospital. By the time I was out, I was in a wheelchair and barely able to sit long enough to watch him play. This year, I am was able to drive there and stand the whole time. It was a great feeling being able to stand and to see him on the field. He didn’t get to see me until the end of the game. He didn’t think that I was goi
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- Aug 19, 2019
- 2 min
Happy Life-aversary
I couldn’t have said it better myself.... On this date one year ago as I was driving my daughter to college, we were involved in one of the most traumatic car accidents of our life. She missed her first semester of college as a freshman. Instead she spent her time going through physical therapy to learn how to walk again. She has a permanent titanium rod in her left leg. I spent 5 weeks in a hospital going through multiple surgeries all on my left side. The whole time I cried
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- Aug 5, 2019
- 1 min
It’s up to you
Monday motivation ...today I had the pleasure as a mentor to speak with a mentee who wanted advice on the things she wants to do in life. At first I was not sure how to help. The more I listened to her passion, the more I was excited for her. She asked me how I began my journey and how she should tackle it. I told her to prepare for those who won’t believe in the same things. I also told her to never let anyone’s negativity bring her down. The only one that keep your dream al
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- Jul 29, 2019
- 1 min
Monday Motivation, 29 July 2019
Monday motivation brought to you by son from Southern California.... It was not as warm as we would have hoped but he jumped into that water anyway. He has been waiting for the ocean for two years. Nothing was going to stop him. Although those waves got the best of him a few times, he still got up and tried again. Take the risk. Don’t let fear get the best of you. If you want something bad enough, go. get. it. What is stopping you ? . . . #beachvibes #newport #southerncalifor
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- Jul 24, 2019
- 1 min
This is 44...
So this is 44... Fly away hair Wrinkles Not so perfect skin A lot more weight than in high school 😂 A college sophomore and a high school junior. Retired Army Combat Veteran and unemployed. Mental Health Advocate, Mental Health Survivor, Blogger and Life Coach. This is 44 years of hard lessons learned, hard life lived and still here to share all. the things. I’ve been through some shit but am so glad God helped me through it. Here’s to more grey hairs. More squeaking joints.
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- Jul 16, 2019
- 1 min
Being a perfect parent doesn’t exist ..
Parent Tip Tuesday... Let’s talk about this. When I had my kids at age 25 and 28, I was a new little Army Officer still trying to figure out life as a dual military family and spouse. I tried so hard to be the “perfect” parent. It wasn’t until later that I realized thad shit doesn’t exist. I never hired a nanny until 14 years into my career because I thought I could do it all. After going through 4 of them I had the talk with the kids. When dad isn’t home, this team of 3 can
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- Jul 11, 2019
- 1 min
Almost to the weekend 🙌🏼
Hey there. It’s Thursday and you are almost to the weekend. Let me re-introduce myself. My name is Annette and I am the CEO of A Wild Ride Called Life. I am also a Retired Army Combat Veteran, Military Spouse and mom to a college sophomore and a high school junior 🤦🏻♀️ I am also living with PTSD, Anxiety and depression. I share my story to people all over the world to show everyone that it is ok to NOT be ok. I ain’t crazy. I am just a human who has a mental illness and I
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- Jul 1, 2019
- 1 min
20 years
Today it would have marked 20 years that I would have served. I miss it daily. I miss the Soldiers and the camaraderie. I miss my battles and all the experiences I was given. I will always cherish the memories. Now, God has given me another road to walk on and another journey to follow. I miss my tribe but I have gained long lasting friendships with leaders, mentors, Soldiers and Peers and I will forever be grateful. Here’s to another year and another chapter doing what I sti
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- Jun 25, 2019
- 1 min
The boy
It’s that time of year when all the kids need to get their sports physicals done along with immunizations. Somehow this kid grew 2 inches within the past few months. He can still eat everything in this house and is getting stronger by the minute. The boy has been through one hell of a year. It’s really tough to be a military brat and be the last one in the house while his big sister is away at college. This life ain’t easy. Not one bit. We are surviving and we are going to ma
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- Jun 23, 2019
- 1 min
Mom of teenagers- outnumbered
Mom of teenagers —-> outnumbered. Y’all- raise your hand if you have ever felt this way or actually feel this way right now 🤚🏼🤚🏼. I absolutely love my military brats but I swear this shirt says it all right here. Like, I need all the colors for every day of the week. Who can make me more ? 😂 How are you getting through it? Do you run away? Scream? Just get that whole entire bottle of wine? I’m so not judging. In fact, let’s do it together 😂👊🏼 You are not alone. Even t
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- Jun 22, 2019
- 1 min
Fun Facts
Fun facts that some of you probably didn’t know... *Both of my parents are from Lima, Peru 🇵🇪 * I was born in New Jersey but was actually raised in Simi Valley, CA * I wanted to be a singer and on @americanidol; actually took voice and piano for 5 years * I performed in high school plays (@lareinaregentsofficial ) and I was both nervous as hell yet loved it at the same time. How I ended up in the @usarmy is a whole other story that will be told at a later date. Who knew rig
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- Jun 4, 2019
- 1 min
Smile
You guys. My insides are bursting. These past few weeks have just been tiring yet humbling. I am working so hard at working along side some amazing people who want to hear our story. I am listening to all of you. To us. I want this to be huge. I want us to make a difference. We may be a small little website but we have big hearts and we are being heard. Thank you to all of you for continuing on this journey with me. You help me. Because of God, my family and all of you, I am
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- May 21, 2019
- 1 min
Another day at the Doc’s office
Another month down and another pre op checkup. Although I am a little tired of having to make the drive, I know that I am being seen by some great doctors. I am making progress but the hopes of being able to run or even lift anything more than a 5 lb weight is still not hopeful. All those things I took for granted are now yet just in the distance. As of today there is no running or training for that Army 10 miler that I was hoping to not miss out on again....I left with tears
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- May 15, 2019
- 1 min
Staying Strong
Sometimes being strong is the only thing left to do. Some days I just want to throw in the towel. I want to wave the white flag. I just want to be done. I am emotionally draIned. I am then reminded by a song that I need to snap out of it. Yes, sometimes music heals my soul. Sometimes you just need to hear the right beat and the right lyrics to get your groove back. Sometimes I just need to ignore the background noise and focus on something else. I’ll be ok. I have to be. . .
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- May 13, 2019
- 1 min
She did it
She did it. A year ago yesterday, she graduated high school. In a year she survived more than we would have ever expected. She survived the car accident. She survived months of helping me through recovery. She survived missing out on her first semester of college. She also survived her second /first semester with all passing grades. She survived her freshman year in a whole new state by herself. This girl did it and I am so very proud. She is now home for just a few short wee
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- May 10, 2019
- 1 min
Inspire
When I was trying to choose words from the @raedunn @raedunnclay collection there was a few that came to mind. Along with strength, brave and fighter to name a few this one also hit the feels. One of my good friends said the word inspire was a no brainer. That touched my heart. I have been inspired by so many that when I do leave this earth l, I want to leave a legacy for my children. I want them to know that I truly did try to inspire others. When we were given a second (or
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- May 7, 2019
- 1 min
21 staples
A month ago I had my 6th surgery. Two weeks ago I had 21 staples removed from that surgery. Yesterday I wore shorts in public and tried not to care that I will have yet another scar that can’t be hidden. Today I am trying to not continue to let these scars define me. It is now a part of who I am. It is a continuous reminder that I am still here and alive. I have heard it all and I am listening to all of you. For now, I am just trying to no relive what happened. The incident s
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- May 5, 2019
- 1 min
Take that!
Warning - you may be offended ... Because sometimes life just sucks. Because sometimes there just isn’t an answer. Because sometimes being an adult is so over rated. Take that life. Take it and shove it. I have three words for you — I. Don’t. Wanna. I’m getting headache from all the bull that is being thrown at me. Stop being so nice. Stop being so naive. Stop doing things that you will end up regretting. Yes, I’ll get over it. But for now..This. ☝🏼 . . . #youknowwhoyouare #
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