It’s A Grand Life – Random Thoughts and Observations
I have been racking my brain about what to write for this month’s column. I am tired of the virus and its variants constantly being front and center. It has […]
Today and Every Day
Gone are the Valentine’s Days of fancy dinners and expensive gifts. The high heels are replaced with crocs designed lovingly by your child—sprinkled with this morning’s waffles and syrup. The […]
My European Winter Travel Bucket List
We all have a list of destinations we would like to visit one day. These “bucket list” places may be located in tropical spots or in cooler climates. You may […]
What I Packed in My Hospital Bag with Baby #2
I just had my second baby on February 19, so since the hospital stay is fresh in my mind, I thought I’d share a peek into what I packed this […]
Feb 2022 “From the Heart”
Happy Valentine’s Day! The sweetest little holiday tucked between Christmas and Easter. Forever a reminder of my mother-in-law, Delphia Bralley. Her birthday was Valentine’s Day, and it was the perfect […]
Something You Never Forget
If you have ever taken a long road trip, and you know the sitting-in-a-car-for-more-than-seven-hours-that-never-seems-like-it’s-going-to-end-trip, then you also know how most of that journey is a blur. If someone were to […]
“Out and About” with Lovefeast Services in Winston-Salem
In a climate longing for tradition, routine and normalcy—Moravian Christmas Eve Lovefeasts are no exception. Church members, community members, and participants yearn for that tradition of attending services, singing Christmas […]
Making this Heart-full Holiday More Interesting and Inspiring!
No need to twiddle your thumbs…. Ignite your life with inspiring and interesting ideas this heartful holiday. Still wondering what to do this Valentine’s? No room for boredom. Make the […]
Caught Showing Good Character: Ways to Teach Key Characteristics to Children
Children model adult’s behaviors and actions. They are often watching how we react to different situations and how we interact with others. Children learn from adults and, as they grow, […]
“What If?” Presents Choosing the Right Knife
“What-If?”, those worrisome words, can arrive quickly in the topics spinning in our conscious minds, from safety and financial security to loved ones and pet health. Asking, “What can I […]