Recently came across some artwork that said the following: “Even, after all this time, the Sun never says to the Earth, “You owe me.” Look what happens with a love like that, it lights the whole sky.” ~We could apply this to every aspect of our life: family dealings, teamwork, and friendships along the way.… Read More
As I wrote “The Pie” blog, I was listening to my music on a plane. You all have heard me share that I made a playlist of my brother’s favorite songs towards the end which I don’t randomly listen to unless I specifically go to his playlist. When I am creative writing or just lost… Read More
Ever wonder what your kids are learning from watching you, not what you talk about or teach them but what they watch you do and mimic? Today is Penelope’s 6th birthday. Last Friday, as we were talking about it, Deanna decides we should throw her a birthday party. Her eyes light up and you can… Read More
My whole life, mom would bake a Shoofly Pie (dry bottom) for both my brother and I on our birthdays. What I did not know until this year, was that the recipe was written for two pies, and she would bake both in September. My brother got his in September and mine was placed with… Read More
What a special gift from God to have the ability to retell a great memory. And if you have lived as long as me, or even longer, there are so many in that vault of yours. It always amazes me what memories come up and when. As an example, at the start of the school… Read More
Have you ever dated yourself? I mean planned an outing just for you, maybe a spa service, lunch with a good book, shopping for no reason, a long walk in the park? You know the saying, “If you can’t make yourself happy, you can’t make others happy.” Part of making yourself happy is to create… Read More
And just like clockwork, the winter blues overcome me. I have that overwhelming feeling I need to escape the cold, see flowers, feel the vibrant sun on my face, experience a strong desire to eat el fresco. Living in the Northeast I like to say is a cruel joke for someone who craves to smell… Read More
For those of you that have followed me for years, the heart attacks are present in each girl’s room and this year, I added a little extra flair to their bathroom. When they wake up to pretty themselves for school, they will get a little extra sparkle of love & praise. This post is not… Read More
Let me set the stage: We are getting ready to sit down to family dinner and my girls are arguing about who gets to sit next to Gwen, the fun toddler. Delaney has decided it is her turn and Deanna starts crying. In her mind, it is not about whose turn it is, it is… Read More
We can’t ignore we experienced greatness in our lifetime. Hold tight, a really good lesson coming your way…..Tom Brady retired this week. Did you know he was a low draft pick? When the owner first called him by his name he actually got his name wrong? Tom had an insane work ethic, drive, and belief… Read More