Today is St Patrick’s Day. Many people consider today to be especially “lucky”. In fact, many go through life thinking they are the recipients’ of lucky things and events. They will say things like, “I was sure lucky that I didn’t have an accident.”; “I was really lucky that I …
Like many of you, I am known for many titles. I am pleased to be a mother, a mother-in-law, a sister, a sister-in-law, a grandma, an aunt, a cousin, a friend, a neighbor, a beauty consultant, a team leader, a retired teacher, a homeowner, a gardener, a writer, an author, …
I recently read what Dolly Parton once said when someone commented that she always looks good with her makeup and hair at its best every day. She replied, “Yes, I always want to be ‘Ambulance Ready’”! She went on to explain that she always wants to look good, just in …
Central Ohio is covered in snow this morning. There are few things more beautiful and serene than several inches of newly fallen snow covering the ground. There is a hush in the world, as traffic is slowed and muffled. The quietness is refreshing and the fresh snow on the trees …
I was thinking recently about ceramic classes that I took years ago. Some friends and I would meet weekly to spend a few hours creating lovely pieces of ceramic animals, birds, owls, Christmas trees, whimsical carolers, cups and more. I even made a decorative dish with geese in a circle …
It’s now 2023 and we are on a new, fresh page in the book of our lives. Who ever thought we’d see this year? Since old habits are difficult to break, it will take me several days before I can write the year correctly. Still, I am excited to see what …
There is nothing cuter than most animal babies. Picture a new puppy or a day old kitten or a new baby bunny. Still babies, though much larger, think of a new speckled fawn, or baby elephant or minutes old giraffe. The similarity of all animals is that they are a …
I am blessed to have lived in Japan as a child. My parents were missionaries there and those ten years were a wonderful experience. Without a doubt, my life was enriched and is better now because of those years. I learned to love many of the Japanese customs and especially …
Technology is an unbelievable asset to our lives! It absolutely amazes me (and also scares me a little) as I continue to learn what modern technology knows about me personally! For starters, I know my Smart Phone is WAY smarter than me! It is an amazing tool of information. We …
Don’t you love the beauty of flowers? I am amazed at God’s endless variety of design, color, size, and even scent. Recently, a sweet friend brought me a lovely bouquet of summer garden flowers, a glorious arrangement of daisies, iris, delphinium, coneflower, foxglove, and more. It was absolutely beautiful! I …
