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About Andrea R Huelsenbeck

Andrea R Huelsenbeck is a wife, a mother, a grandmother, and a former elementary general music teacher. A freelance writer in the 1990s, her nonfiction articles and book reviews appeared in Raising Arizona Kids, Christian Library Journal, and other publications. She is currently working on a middle grades novel and a poetry collection.

Pandemic Prayer

More than a year ago, I wrote this poem. It’s encouraging to think that we’re finally getting close to the end of this pandemic. Pandemic Prayer by ARHuelsenbeck Lord, I pray for an end to this pandemic and yet, as … Continue reading

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In the Meme Time: Where Are You Going?

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In the Meme Time: Never Too Old

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Kids Making Music

Back in the day, I was an elementary general music teacher. It gives me great pleasure to see kids having fun making beautiful music. I’ve been bummed out by our long pandemic season. It’s affected my blogging in that I … Continue reading

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Review of Crazy Brave: A Memoir, by Joy Harjo

Joy Harjo is the current poet laureate of the United States, the first Native American to hold that position. I bought this book because I wanted to learn more about her. Harjo is almost the same age as me, which … Continue reading

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Fra Angelico, the Angelic Friar

Fra Angelico (born Guido di Pietro circa 1395—died February 18, 1455) was an Italian painter of the Early Renaissance. His nickname in English-speaking countries, Fra Angelico, means the “Angelic friar,” referring to his devout and humble demeanor.  He earned his reputation primarily … Continue reading

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The 30-Day Song Challenge

Thanks to Donna of MyOBT for this idea. She once published a post by the same name which caught my fancy. I chose to do the 30 daily challenges all in one post. A song you like with a color … Continue reading

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Common Misconceptions About Creativity

Creativity is such an ethereal property that mere mortals can’t possess it. I think almost everyone is creative, or has the potential to be. It takes a certain sense of bravery, of not caring what other people think, to come … Continue reading

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7 Reasons Why It’s Important to have a Sense of Humor

Today is April Fool’s Day, which is only a joyous occasion if you have a sense of humor. I suppose it’s possible to get through life without a sense of humor, but why would you want to? Humor diffuses uncomfortable … Continue reading

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Be Kind to Old Ears

Today’s article is for all the people whose work involves talking on the telephone. If any of your customers and clients are senior citizens, please speak slowly and distinctly. Especially if you are leaving a voicemail. Obvious, isn’t it? Yet … Continue reading

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