Category Archives: Opinion

M.I.A. in MIA: Adventures in Miami & South Florida

Posted on November 5, 2020 by

Do you have a particular vacation style? As in, do you prefer to relax, or are you more of a go-go-go vacationer? Do you determine in advance which style each vacation is going to be before you go? Maybe it … Continue reading →

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Cheers to 10 Years! Wedding Anniversary Reflections

Posted on October 1, 2020 by

If you clicked on this post, you might be expecting something sappy and sentimental. You know what? You’re right. There will be some of that. On October 1st, 2010, I, being Summer Hamilton for the first 32 years of my … Continue reading →

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Extroverts, Here is What Your Introvert Friends Want You to Know Post-Quarantine

Posted on May 1, 2020 by

Most introverts have probably fared better during quarantine than extroverts. Here is what introverts want extroverts to know as stay-at-home orders lift. Continue reading →

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The Upsides of Social Distancing: An Introverted Entrepreneur’s Take

Posted on March 18, 2020 by

The following is a tale of the upsides of “social distancing” as an introverted entrepreneur. If you would have told me, even a month ago, that the current state of affairs would be the case in the dealing with the … Continue reading →

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May I Have Your Opinion? (Favorite Topics & A Quandary)

Posted on February 3, 2020 by

Dearest Reader, I’m working through a bit of a challenge in my posting topics, and I wanted to ask your opinion. This has historically been a variety blog. I write about whatever topics come to mind. Christian discipleship topics are … Continue reading →

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How Long is it Appropriate to Leave Up Your Christmas Tree?

Posted on January 11, 2020 by

This is a question I’ve seen circulating on social media, and something I wonder about every year. Some type A folks take down their tree on December 26th without fail. To me, that is too soon. It actually stings a … Continue reading →

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A “New and Improved” Way to Tackle the New Year

Posted on January 2, 2020 by

I’ve come to a realization about starting out the new year that has made a big difference for me, as an introvert. Read about it in less than 500 words! Continue reading →

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2019: Year in Review

Posted on December 30, 2019 by

I’ve come to appreciate that each year is unique in its own way. Though many things remain the same year over year, different themes and challenges emerge each lap the earth takes around the sun. As such, I thought it … Continue reading →

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Maybe Things Aren’t as Bad as We Think: An Optimist’s Take on Political Incivility

Posted on December 10, 2019 by

In the United States of America, we are more divided as a nation than at any time in recent history. While I wasn’t personally alive during the Civil War (despite what small children might think regarding my ancient status), my … Continue reading →

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Giving Thanks for Those Who Paved the Way for My Entrepreneurship (SummerTime Communications)

Posted on November 19, 2019 by

As a new business owner, I’m reflecting with thanksgiving on the professional contacts that have helped make my journey possible. Continue reading →

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