Some of my friends call me Nato. I am a Soldier, a mother, a daughter, a sister and a friend. Over the years and through some deployments, I have realized, life is short. I have no more time to waste and put off my dream of writing. Therefore, I am starting now, with this blog.
My goal is to share my humorous stories from deployments and random thoughts on life (all in effort to work on my writing muscles). I hope to make people laugh, cry, and maybe, just maybe, realize they need to seize the moment. The world will never slow down and things may never be in a perfect place for you to start your dreams. Only you can make it happen. So make those bucket lists. Find those silver linings. And, keep on reading my blog. Maybe one day you can say, “I knew her when she was just a blogger.”
If you like some of the pictures I post, I have another WordPress blog dedicated to photography alone. It’s called Michelle Lunato Photography. Check it out and come back soon!
Disclaimer: “Anything posted on my blog is my personal opinion and does not constitute an endorsement, opinion or official position of the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserve or any other government office or branch of service.”
Chasing Life and Finding Dreams 
Hey stranger! I know you might not remember me but I was on that escort mission. I was one of the MPs tasked out to provide security. Hope you are doing well!
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Hey! Your last name sounds familiar. Which mission do you mean? Iraq or Afghanistan?
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Ahhh – so this is the writing side of your blogging. Your words are as lovely as your photos 🙂
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Yes, I started with the ‘wordy blog,’ as I like to call it. But found that I was posting a lot of photos. So, I figured I should just separate them in case there is a group of folks who prefer writing over photos or vice versa. It also lets me post more content without overwhelming people to much. Now, if I could just find more time in my days, lol.
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lol – I know the feeling. So much I want to do … 🙂
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It is hard to squeeze in all the wants with the needs. I swear, working interferes with my social life and goals, lol.
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I KNOW!! Since I’ve retired, I discovered that the cliché is true – I’m busier than I’ve ever been!!
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Busy is good:)
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Unless of course the busy keeps you from what you really WANT to do.
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On some days – like this week – I’d have to agree with you. Oh well, just have to take the good with the bad, I guess.
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So true. I often think, would I really want more time, like so much time I would live forever? That’s tough decision, especially if all your loved ones didn’t remain with you.
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Great philosophical question. The usual answer normally revolves around health, wealth, and loved ones … but I’m not so sure I would want to either way. It kind of takes the urgency out of this life.
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Very good point (the urgency). I suppose that is why God gave us limited time. If we knew we had forever, we might wait a long time before we ever got anything done.
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you’re a beautiful writer and gifted photographer … I look forward to more
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So sweet of you – I appreciate that and it made my day!
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Hi Michelle – lovely of you to follow our adventures in sailing and photography.
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I thought I was following you earlier! I guess I wasn’t though so I corrected the problem. I guess I was just seeing your pictures and posts in the different challenges? Either way, I hope you are having fun:)
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Amazing photos! I look forward to reading the words that are coming from your muscle flexing!!
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Why thank! I really appreciate your comment.
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So great to find you via Ronovan Hester. I support you and your endeavours whole-heartedly!
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Thank you so much!
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I can’t find your photo blog Michelle
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https://michellelunatophotography.wordpress.com
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xx
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Hello soldier 🙂 March is around the corner. What date would you choose (what Sunday) for renewal challenge? 😉 I am thinking of going away for Easter which leaves 27th out.
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Hello there! How about the 13th? I have military duty the weekend before and after and that could prove to be distracting and time restricting.
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13 it is :).Thank you, Michele. Could you email me the photo and text and a pic of you a few days earlier? Also, if you want to say smth about yourself for guest intro.
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Ok, let me whip something up:)
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Hi Nato, thank you very much for all the ‘likes’, I really appreciate the time you spent looking around. Have a great evening 🙂
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It was easy to like things. I was pretty impressed with the little I flipped through. Great work! Looks like I better keep up with you. You have some amazing portraits of people. Happy I found you because you found me, lol! I am still figuring out how to find people in the blogging world if it is not via comments and likes and challenges.
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I know, right? I’m loving these classes! 🙂
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Me too!
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Michelle, I’m glad you found me, for it led me to you! You have a new follower 🙂
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Whoo hoo! Thanks. I is hard to find people at times. That is why I love these little classes and challenges they offer. 🙂
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I’m hosting a blogging even in November on “Moving with Intention. If you have time or interest I’d love to have a guest post from you for it. You can find the info here: http://theseekersdungeon.com/30-days-of-walkingwithintention/
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I am so honored! I would love too. I just read your link. I have a few ideas rolling around in my head. Any topic you want specifically or just interpret it how we feel and run with it? Thanks again for the consideration. This is like a blogging highlight. I just hit one year….last month I think.
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There’s no specifics. Interpret the prompt as you like and let it take you where it leads. Cool. I look forward to seeing what you come up with.
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Hi Nato, I am nominating you for The Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award. If for any reason you decline the nomination, I will not be offended. I enjoy your blog and want to recognize you for it.
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Oh Thank you! I haven’t heard of it. I don’t see any reason to decline it. What do I need to do? Oh, that reminds me I think I forgot to acknowledge one Berry Duchess sent me last month! I had a family emergency and totally forgot about it until you mentioned this one….
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You’re welcome. Just go here and all of the instructions are on the post. Congratulations on the award also.
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Thank you:)
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You’re welcome.
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Sorry. here it is: http://sberrypa.com/2015/05/31/the-sisterhood-of-the-world-bloggers-award/
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hello, Nato! 😀 I just nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award! I hope you can check out the details here: http://berryduchess.com/2015/04/08/the-versatile-award/
xoxo,
berryduchess
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Thanks! When I get to my computer, I’ll check out the link:) I’m flattered.
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Thanks for accepting 🙂
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So finally got a chance (and remembered) to do my part of the award you graciously nominated me for. Thank you again. Here is my post: http://wp.me/p4XBIO-rY.
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😀 Thanks Nato!
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Hi Nato/Michelle 😉 Thanks for stopping by. I had a look at your photo blog as well. You’re talented with both pen and camera! Looking forward to seeing more. One love 🙂
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I like the choice you made of starting to share your stories with others. I agree, life is short. I like to say, “No need to wait!” This is a very beautiful mission you are doing.
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Yes I will say I knew her when she was a blogger! 🙂
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🙂
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