Happy Mother’s Day – The Importance Of Sharing Our Stories

Posted on Sunday, May 13th, 2012

Happy Mother’s Day!
I hope today finds everyone in fine spirits.  Mother’s Day has always been a wonderful celebration in my family.  Thinking back to assorted gold spray-painted macaroni treasures to plants rooted in cleverly disguised […]

The Power Of Words – New Year’s Resolutions Finally Get Real

Posted on Saturday, January 7th, 2012

It seems I have missed the New Year’s Resolution deadline.

Well, it’s been a week since the New Year was rung in with all the fireworks and well wishes.  It’s also been a week since the […]

Christmas Memories – Sometimes The Magic Happens Years Later

Posted on Saturday, December 24th, 2011

Family Christmas – Memories of the real gifts of Christmas morning.

If you grew up in the 50s and 60s like me, you may remember scenes similar to this at Christmas time.
This is my family Christmas.  […]

Thanksgiving Memories – Comment For A Chance To Win A Huge Hillbilly Housewife Collection

Posted on Saturday, November 19th, 2011

Congratulations, Jessica Griepenstroh.  You won!  Your comment has been randomly chosen to receive a copy of the Hillbilly Housewife Thanksgiving Thank You collection of ebooks and bonuses.  I know you’ll enjoy this huge bundle of […]

Veterans Day – Thank You For Your Service

Posted on Friday, November 11th, 2011

If you follow my blog even a little, you probably know my Mom and Dad both served during World War II.  My Mom was a Marine and my Dad was in the Navy.
My Mom shared […]

Sunday Funnies – Carving The Pumpkin Muppet Style

Posted on Sunday, October 16th, 2011

My Gram saved the Sunday Funny Papers for me and my daughter Nicole every week – many, many years ago. I think it gave us both an appreciation for the fine art of mixing humor […]

Happy 4th Of July – Enjoy A Free Gift And Stay Cool This Summer

Posted on Monday, July 4th, 2011

Happy 4th of July!
Boy, is it hot!  How hot is it?  It’s so hot the flies are walking.
That said, how are you planning to celebrate Independence Day?
Three things are on my mind this 4th… patriotism, […]

Happy Father’s Day – Remembering Dad And His Generation

Posted on Saturday, June 18th, 2011

Happy Father’s Day!
Last year, I wrote about my Dad on Father’s Day and shared a fun video.  You can read that post by clicking here:  Listen Carefully For Your Father’s Day Blessing – A Lesson […]

Happy Mother’s Day – Treasure Each Moment

Posted on Friday, May 6th, 2011

Happy Mother’s Day
This is not an easy time of year for me.  Sunday, May 8th will be the sixth Mother’s Day I have had to celebrate without my Mom.
A quote I wrote down years ago […]

Looking Back And Moving Forward – Happy Procrastination Free 2011

Posted on Wednesday, December 29th, 2010

Making New Year’s Resolutions that stick.  It only takes one – live a procrastination free life.
Like everyone, I have some good memories of 2010, and some regrets.  Regrets usually come from things I have NOT […]