Author Archives: Teresa G. D'vall

About Teresa G. D'vall

Mother of 6 ages 4, 8, 10, 11, 18 and 24 years. Promise Keeper. House elf, boo boo kisser, toy fixer, miracle worker.

Why I’m Raising Your Next School Shooters

Posted on February 17, 2018

By Teresa G. D’vall While the country heaves a collective sigh of grief over the Parkland tragedy in Florida, know this: School shooters are created over a lifetime, not in a single instance. As a survivor of domestic violence and … Continue reading →

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Suicide by Default

Posted on October 1, 2017

By Teresa G. D’vall http://linkedin.com/in/teresa-g-d-vall-b5019472 This is a story about the time depression killed my mother and not one you should read if you’re in a good mood. Chances are, you’re not aware that suicide can be committed by neglect. … Continue reading →

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How I Manage My 157 Hour Work Week

Posted on November 20, 2016

    By Teresa G. D’vall Dear Absent Parent, Raising six children means that nothing is ever quiet, clean, or routine. We always need milk, the lemonade pitcher empties in minutes and a box of cereal only lasts 3 days … Continue reading →

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Dad’s Greatest Gift was Free

Posted on May 27, 2016

Teresa G. D’vall My dad taught me many things, but the lesson I remember most is the one about the value of a good home. I knew we didn’t live in the best part of town, but I never thought … Continue reading →

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Why You Shouldn’t Miss the Moment

Posted on October 25, 2015

Teresa G. D’vall Uncle Wiggly is a board game introduced by Milton Bradley in 1916 and themed around a rabbit who does a lot of hopping through the forest for reasons I no longer recall. My mother played it with … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 23, 2015

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Why I Celebrate Independence Day on July 29th

Posted on July 29, 2015

Teresa G. D’vall https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=257238636 The co-founder of Youshareproject.com invited me to share my story “How I Almost Became A Convicted Felon ” recently and of course I obliged, even though it meant editing the piece by half to fit submission … Continue reading →

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