Matt Paolelli

Matt Paolelli loves writing, playing board games with his wife, hanging out with his son and daughter, and rooting for his beloved Chicago Cubs and Northwestern Wildcats. Check out his blog at www.dadhasablog.com.

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Facing Death and Finding Life

Embrace gratitude rather than entitlement in your life after Covid.

Finally, Vaccinated and Free! But Free For What?

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5 Lessons Learned in 5 Years of Marriage

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Learn why we make constant mistakes as well as how to learn from mistakes.

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5 Tips To Help You Not Hate Running

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