By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Dec 4th, 2024
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Anticipating the holiday season is quintessential to this time of year. At times, the anticipation exceeds the experience that can often be overshadowed by the hustle and bustle – so much to do, so little time, and so many memories to make. But when I think back on Christmases past, it’s not th...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Oct 31st, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinnie I was born in the same hospital where I delivered my two daughters. I’ve lived in three residences over the past 41 years, all within a 13-mile radius. To say I’ve stayed close to home is to put it mildly. Physical distance is essentially a foreign concept. Even as friend...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Oct 1st, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinnie Can you smell that crisp, fall air on its way? It’s hard still battling 90-degree temps, but my body can sense it. Fall has always been my favorite season as the holidays are approaching. Before having kids, I wouldn’t have counted Halloween in that category. I’m not a ho...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Sep 2nd, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinnie I’m not what I would call a music person. I have a blind spot for relevant artists, album titles, and whatever is the “it” genre at the moment. Other than my girls’ Taylor Swift obsession, I’m clueless. But in high school, amidst much less responsibility and the freedom t...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Jul 31st, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinnie My culinary interests exploded once I had children. Confined to the house by their very existence, I could no longer afford or find the time to visit my favorite local restaurants to indulge in new menu items. I sought a creative outlet to counteract the tireless and rout...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Jul 1st, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinnie I’ve never felt more American than two hours after landing in London. I had gifted myself the trip to London and Paris to celebrate a recent milestone and because I wanted alone time with Husband. Why not book two whole weeks in two other countries? Leading up to our depa...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Jun 3rd, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinnie When I was a kid, my dad had a logging company. And he was never the type to sit behind a desk. His small, but profitable, operation relied on his physical labor alongside a small crew of workers. In our small neighborhood, Dad had to park the log truck at the […]...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
May 1st, 2024
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article by Meredith McKinnie I attended Pre-K-4 in a local church. We wore navy polo shirts and khaki skirts. Mom scooped my hair in half ponytails with matching bows. She has pictures of me at a square wooden desk, enormous against my small frame, with my crinkled brown paper bag lunch in the corner...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Apr 1st, 2024
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article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE With the warming temps, we crave outdoor activities and cleared indoor spaces. I, for one, dive headfirst into spring cleaning. Admittedly, I’m a cleaner by nature; my philosophy is that bringing something new into the house necessitates taking something out. Little gives...
By Nathan Coker
In Meredith's Musings
Feb 29th, 2024
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article by MEREDITH MCKINNIE I admit it – I’m a people pleaser. Those who know me well are probably saying, “What? Blunt Meredith, who is first to put her foot down and call a spade and its bearer out for the ill intended?” Yes, I am one to speak up, especially for others, but not […]...
