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Dr.Vicki Atkinson
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Consultant and author of “Surviving Sue”, Licensed Professional Counselor, Believer in People, Possibilities & Potential 😉
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Wellness Wishes ❤️
#newyear #gratitude #nature
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Inner Steadiness
My dear friend Linda Kolbusz sent me a message the other day – a LinkedIn post written by one of her former colleagues, Jodie Charlop. You can click here to read the whole essay if you like&#…
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January 4, 2026 at 12:23 PM
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Hello, Henry 😉
#nature #wildlife #gratitude
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Hello, Henry
“Smile, breathe and go slowly.” -Thich Nhat Hanh One of my favorite things about the week in between Christmas and New Year’s Eve is finding pockets of quiet. During one of those …
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December 28, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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Holiday Hugs! ❤️
#giving #kindness #love
#writers #family #clearbrook
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Holiday Hugs
This post has become an annual holiday tradition – sharing my mom’s love of Christmas while highlighting her giving heart and the ever-worthy Clearbrook organization. Thank you so much …
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December 21, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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Great Books & Gratitude ❤️
#authors #podcast #greatbooks
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Great Books and Gratitude ❤️
One of the best things about growing older is the unexpected wave of wistfulness, coming from the music of one’s youth. Even before I read Doug E. Jones’ “Take Me Back to Chicago&…
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December 14, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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Great Read Alert! 😉
#greatread #70s #author
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How to Share 1970’s Chicago
“Nostalgia: because everything about the past is perfect, except how it led to the present.” – Homer Simpson The Friday night tv lineup when I was growing up was The Love Boat and…
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December 10, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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Writing Inspiration ❤️
#author #motivation #creativity
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How “Surviving Sue” Inspired a Novel
I know. I’m still kinda shocked about it, but if not for feedback and input from readers of “Surviving Sue”, I’m not sure I would’ve been inspired to write a novel. In…
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December 7, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Podcast Friday!
Great Read Alert! ❤️
#authors #storytellers #books
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Episode 129: “Wish I Was Here” with Ilsa Rey
A few years back, Ilsa Rey and her husband came to Seattle and stayed with me and my family. So I’m very confidant when I say, Ilsa is the real deal! Reading her books or blog always leaves m…
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December 5, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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Smiles and love ❤️
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#givingtuesday #disabilityawareness
#love #Clearbrook
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Everyone Has Something to Give ❤️
Time, energy, money, positivity… I believe everyone has the capacity to make a difference and the originators of “Giving Tuesday”, a tradition started in 2012, say it best: &#8220…
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November 30, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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Thanksgiving Humor ☺️
#friendship #laughter #wellness #survivingsue
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Thanksgiving Humor 😊
Of all the things I wrote on WordPress in 2023, a post about mashed potatoes still gets a lot of attention.  I suspect it has little to do with the holiday itself – or the spuds in question. I…
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November 23, 2025 at 11:54 AM
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Great Book! Empowering Wellness Wisdom ❤️
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#books #nutrition #healing #selfcare
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Episode 128: “This is Your Body on Trauma” with Author Meg Bowman
Life works best for me when I’m intentional. One of my favorite quotes is “Be sure to taste your words before you spit them out.” (unknown) There’s a corollary that I regula…
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November 21, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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Well-timed Writing Tip! 😎
#writing #motivation #inspiration
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Embrace the Detour
I love a fabulously well-timed quote. Inspiration arriving in my in-box as I’m editing and working my way to the finish line with my novel. Have you heard this one? “The backstory isn&#…
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November 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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This week at Eckhartz Press: Nine upcoming author appearances, author interviews, promotional videos, a free book excerpt and a peek into 22 Eckhartz Press titles featuring people like Greg Lake, Hugh Hefner, Jack Sikma, Jane Byrne, Joe Mantegna & Stan Lee. rickkaempfer.blogspot.com/2025/11/publ...
Publishing Portal--November 10, 2025
The latest news from Eckhartz Press, and a chance to peek into some of the great previous offerings from our humble little publishing compan...
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November 10, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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“Surviving Sue” News! ❤️
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#author #wellness #books #event #harpercollege #eckhartzpress
Writing for Wellness
What a treat it was to be back on campus. My Thursday morning journey to the Hill Library, tucked into the center of campus, was quiet. Reflective. I walked familiar paths, taking my time as I woun…
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November 9, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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This week at Eckhartz Press: A new book release, a new Hall of Famer, a new movie, 6 upcoming appearances, and a peek into 22 Eckhartz Press titles featuring people like Albert Brooks, Bill Walton, Brian DePalma, Devin Hester, Suzanne Vega, and Tony Accardo. rickkaempfer.blogspot.com/2025/11/publ...
Publishing Portal--November 3, 2025
The latest news from Eckhartz Press, and a chance to peek into some of the great previous offerings from our humble little publishing compan...
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November 3, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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A Gratitude Two-fer! ❤️
#author #event #survivingsue #eckhartzpress #harpercollege
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A Gratitude Two-Fer 💝
First – a gentle reminder: If you’re in the Chicago area…I’d love to see you at Harper College, courtesy of The Cultural Arts Committee, when I read from “Surviving Su…
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November 2, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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This week at Eckhartz Press: A very Eckhartz birthday, a tribute to our international authors, a New Orleans farewell, a Museum celebration, a book launch party, several upcoming appearances, a Hall of Fame induction, and a peek into 36 Eckhartz Press titles rickkaempfer.blogspot.com/2025/10/publ...
Publishing Portal--October 29, 2025
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October 29, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Writing Inspo! ❤️
#selftalk #motivation #writingtips
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Lightening Up
Goodness landed in my lap this week as I work through the final round (she said hopefully) of edits to my work-in-progress and I can’t help but share. I revel and rejoice when heartfelt and timely …
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October 26, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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“Cherry Whip” Author Interview
#greatbooks #podcast #mustread
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Episode 126: “Cherry Whip” with Michael Antman
For anyone that has tried to get anything published, we understand the pain. Finding that right fit for you and your book, article or artwork is not an easy business. That’s why we really app…
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October 24, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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This week at Eckhartz Press: Our tribute to Tony Fitzpatrick, a new book announcement, an award finalist, upcoming appearances, and a peek into 35 Eckhartz Press titles featuring people like Bozo, Evander Holyfield, John Wooden, Mike Ditka, & Sammy Hagar. rickkaempfer.blogspot.com/2025/10/publ...
Publishing Portal--October 13, 2025
The latest news from Eckhartz Press, and a chance to peek into some of the great previous offerings from our humble little publishing compan...
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October 13, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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Morning Message ☀️
#author #wellness #poetry
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Morning Message
I’m not a poet but I love to dabble, especially when stream-of-consciousness poetry arrives. Almost in an auto-write format. I’ll explain… It doesn’t happen often, but words…
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October 12, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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Podcast Friday! ❤️
Featuring Author Michele Lee Sefton and “Jade’s Broken Bridge”
#book #author #podcast
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Episode 125: “Jade’s Broken Bridge” with Michele Lee Sefton
One of my favorite quotes about the power of autobiographical fiction comes from humorist Kevin Kling, “We need to rewrite our story sometimes just so we can get some sleep.” In this ep…
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October 10, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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“Surviving Sue” at Harper College! ❤️
#bookevent #wellness #resilience #author #survivingsue #harpercollege
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“Surviving Sue” – At Harper College!
If you’re in the Chicago area…I’d love to see you at Harper College, courtesy of The Cultural Arts Committee, when I read from “Surviving Sue” on Thursday, November 6 …
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October 5, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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Book Review - “Pieces of Me” ❤️
#poetry #inspiration #resilience
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“Pieces of Me”
My dear friend, poet Maggie Watson is a treasure. One of the most unexpected joys in blogging comes from meeting dear ones all around the world. Talented Maggie delights me with good wishes and wav…
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September 28, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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“When Things Go Missing” ❤️
A powerful read and wonderful author!
#podcast #greatreads #newbook
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Episode 124: “When Things Go Missing” with Author Deborah Brasket
Is there anything more exciting than the release of a piece of work you’ve put heart, tears, and years into? In this episode of Sharing the Heart of the Matter podcast, Vicki Atkinson and I t…
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September 26, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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An Important Conversation ❤️
#ADA35 #spinalcordinjury #advocacy
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How to Share SCI Support and Advocacy
“Once you choose hope, anything’s possible.” – Christopher Reeve I recently watched the original 1979 Superman movie with my kids – the one with Christopher Reeve, Mar…
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September 24, 2025 at 2:07 PM