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My Mineral County Story

Posted on February 7, 2013 by wvrealtoramy

Below is a copy of the article released by the Mineral Daily News that I submitted for part of the Mineral County Day publication. Below that is my additional commentary that’s just for kicks (feel free to skim): All worthwhile … Continue reading →

Posted in New Lessons | Tagged 40s, change, family, father, goal setting, grandfathers, hero, life lessons, mineral county, musings, parenthood, parenting, success, traditions | Leave a comment

Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road? Mystery Solved.

Posted on December 31, 2012 by wvrealtoramy

I’ve spent a lot of time writing and pondering the loss of my mother. I was young, she was young, it seems so harsh to live so long without her. And so I have spent countless hours feeling sad for … Continue reading →

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Cheers to My Keyser High

Posted on November 28, 2012 by wvrealtoramy

I just want to say to them, “It’s a big deal. It may not feel like it, but it’s a big deal”. My little hometown high school’s football team is playing in the State Championship game. And they think it’s about … Continue reading →

Posted in New Lessons | Tagged 40s, aging, coaching, courage, football, goal setting, hero, Keyser, life lessons, milestones, success | 1 Comment

Peaks and Pom-Poms

Posted on October 8, 2012 by wvrealtoramy

I have a vivid memory of a girl that I absolutely adored when I was just old enough to lift a pom-pom but still young enough to be treated like a mascot by the 14 year olds that wore the … Continue reading →

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Coach Dad

Posted on June 12, 2012 by wvrealtoramy

Whenever I speak publicly, I am introduced as a Coach’s daughter and now a Coach’s wife. My dad and my husband have very little in common beyond their title as Coach. Or so I thought. Upon further inspection, I realize … Continue reading →