Monthly Archives: January 2025

What Are the 2 Most Important Elements of a Love Relationship? Same for Friendship? You Might Be Surprised …

Posted on January 20, 2025 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

I will admit to being a pretty impatient Instagram scroller, so when I come to something vaguely interesting I might stop, watch for a few seconds and then just keep going. Such was the case with a Mel Robbins (love … Continue reading →

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If You Could Curtail the (Intellectual) Effects of Aging, Would You?

Posted on January 15, 2025 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

Turns out you can. And it’s a pretty simple strategy: Do. New. Stuff. Because doing new stuff, putting yourself into unfamiliar situations, learning different skills and breaking free from routine WILL rewire your brain. And keep you young. It’s called … Continue reading →

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Cleaning Up the Mess of Christmas

Posted on January 3, 2025 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

This is that most wonderful time of year when we hear a lot of folks complaining about cleaning up the detritus of the holiday season. So much mess! So much work! No fun at all! Sure, taking down the tree … Continue reading →

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