Thanksgiving. A time to enjoy the company of loved ones, share stories, and of course, indulge in delicious food. Here's a tip to help you savor the day even more: do not be concerned about skipping your favorite treats. Enjoy them all. Choose a small amount of...
You’ve planned ahead, stocked the pantry, and maybe even tucked a few casseroles in the freezer. Now comes the real challenge — keeping calm once the celebrations begin. From parties, decorating, and shopping to unexpected guests and full calendars, it’s easy to slip from merry...
November marks the beginning of the holiday season — that cozy, colorful stretch between gratitude and celebration. What’s meant to be joyful can sometimes be stressful, with juggling shopping lists, guests, decorating, menus, and endless errands. Here’s the happy news. A little preparation now can...
This time of year, I feel a mixture of emotions. On the one hand, summer is in full swing. The flowers are thriving, temperatures still soar, and there’s lots of daylight to enjoy. Then there’s the other hand. School supplies are on sale everywhere. Families are...
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, many of us look forward to picnics, cookouts, family gatherings, and the unofficial start of summer. But before we dive into the long weekend fun, let’s take a moment to reflect on what this holiday truly represents. Memorial Day is a...
Whether you celebrate Easter, Passover, or simply welcome the longer, brighter days of spring, this time of year invites reflection. It’s a season of hope, renewal, and the promise of new beginnings. For some, that message is deeply spiritual. For others, it’s found in the...
If you’ve been following my blog for several years, you may recall my weekly posts that were written comparing the size of my friend’s baby in utero to various fruits and vegetables. I listed the health benefits of the produce of the week along with interesting...
Thanksgiving. A time to enjoy the company of loved ones, share stories, and of course, indulge in delicious food. Here's a tip to help you savor the day even more: do not be concerned about skipping your favorite treats. Enjoy them all. Choose a small amount of...
This week Mr. Non-Compliant (aka my dear hubby) celebrated a birthday. He flaunted his morning non-compliance by leaving the EMPTY cinnamon roll box on the kitchen table. Fortunately, he had more than sugar for lunch—a fish sandwich and soup. I’m betting he drank a root beer...
It’s that time of year again when my cousin Roger (aka Mr. Corn) and his lovely wife, Barb, make the trek from their home in Florida to visit their favorite cousin in Indiana and enjoy some delicious sweet corn. Mr. Corn even carries his personal...