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July 14, 2026
By jannelle sanchez

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July 14, 2026   ●   jannelle sanchez

12 Readers Share Their Joyful Moments

Life is beautiful — but it's also hard! Over the years, I've learned that looking out for glimmers, both large and small, can help turn my mood around. So, we asked readers to share their joyful moments, and they are all so good...

From holding a baby nephew to seeing a pod of whales.

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July 13, 2026
By Joanna Goddard

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My #1 Trick for Having Fun at the Beach

A mom of five told me her secret...

A mom of five told me her secret.

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July 13, 2026
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The Upside of Being an Only Child

When I was growing up, people thought my parents were separated...

"Having a sibling was as foreign to me as having a pet iguana."

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