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Pictures In My Head (by: Author HR Burkett)
"Writing inspiration comes to me in pictures. It took an argument with my husband to realize not everyone thinks this way.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Aug 9, 20242 min read
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Day 37 of Living with a Boy (by: Author HR Burkett)
Living with Angel for 37 days: fallen into the toilet, whiskers in the sink, but loving every moment because of his smile & our shared life.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Aug 4, 20244 min read
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Disbelief (by: Author HR Burkett)
Struggling to accept my father's passing, I find comfort in memories and the feeling that he'll always be with us, even if I can't see him.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Aug 4, 20242 min read
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The Blue Notebook (By Author HR Burkett)
HR Burktt reflects on her late mother's love and legacy, unveiling a deeply emotional journey of letters that transcend time.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jul 28, 202410 min read
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Moving Day (By: Author HR Burkett)
You are the first place I ever came home to.
The first place I ever dreamed.
You witnessed my 1st ouchie,
My 1st broken heart,
My 1st loss.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jul 25, 20243 min read
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"Daydreaming" (By Author HR Burkett)
In April 2005, I was driving sleepy when I ran a red light, leading to an accident with a City Dump Truck.
This is that story.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jul 15, 20242 min read
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"Possibility" (By: Author HR Burkett)
She had diamonds in her eyes,
a fire in her heart,
and her soul was the song
of a lark on a breezy spring morning...
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jul 11, 20241 min read
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...But He Didn't Hit Me... (By Author H.R. Burkett)
He threatened me and made my life a living hell...but he didn't hit me. So it wasn't abuse...right?
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jul 9, 20244 min read
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Who Is Heather? (by: Author H.R. Burkett)
For those of you who don't know me, allow me to introduce myself.
For those of you who DO know me, allow me to RE-introduce myself.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jul 6, 20241 min read
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The Long Goodbye (by Author HR Burkett)
This was originally written on June 29th, 2015. At the time, I was sitting vigil by my mother's bedside in hospice care...
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jul 5, 20244 min read
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A Conversation With My Younger Self
If I could speak to my younger self, I would speak gently and with compassion, because I realize now how very much she needs that...
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jun 24, 20243 min read
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My Beloved Elena Michelle
It was a rainy Tuesday morning, my darling little girl, when your Daddy rushed me to the hospital and you came into the world...
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jun 16, 20242 min read
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Love Is... (By H.R. Burkett)
Experience the transformation from fantasy to reality in a relationship built on genuine connection. touching narrative explores how real lo
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jun 14, 20244 min read
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To The Lady At Applebees...
To The Ladies At Applebees: It’s 7 years later…and I remember you. We were both dining on the patio – you and your husband at your table,...
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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"Socks" (By H.R. Burkett)
I think about you when I put on socks.
But that’s an improvement...
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
May 31, 20242 min read
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Please Say Goodbye (By: H.R. Burkett)
Someone chose to walk away today. And when I asked “Why?”, they said “You.” But I stood my ground, I didn’t waiver- Didn’t give chase as...
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
May 27, 20241 min read
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Furbabies Weave Themselves Into Our Lives
A love letter to Nova and Yaya, our beloved furbabies.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Apr 21, 20243 min read
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The .5%
Coping with infertility through writing and friendship.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Mar 16, 20243 min read
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Reaper of Time
Being hyper focused on death isn't always a bad thing. Here, I list some of the surprising perks.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Mar 10, 20243 min read
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"God's Grace In Spite Of Me" - The Piper Prinzi Story
My interview with the extraordinary Piper Prinzi.
Heather Burkett-Ocasio
Mar 2, 20243 min read
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