There are a lot of things that are events that happened on July 18th. Now before I get too far along let me tell you that I know that today is not the 18th. That would be tomorrow. But I am not writing a blog Continue reading →
July 17, 2026
June 11, 2026
99.4 % European with a Dash of Sub-Saharan African
I am 99.4 % European in case anyone wanted to know. 36.1 % German and 24.4 % English with a few other things thrown in to balance me out. It is so easy to find out things these days – all you need to do Continue reading →
June 9, 2026
32 Years Later
Thirty two years ago I lost my Daddy. So many of my readers know the story of my mom and of her journey through dementia but probably not much about my sweet Daddy. When I say that I miss him every day it is absolutely Continue reading →
May 8, 2026
Reflecting on Mother’s Day
I just can’t write a new post this year — so you get a repeat. It is still very true. It’s coming. Mother’s Day. For those of us who have lost our. moms it can always be a tough time. No matter what your situation Continue reading →
December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve Remembered
Christmas Eve is upon us and it is always a time when I remember my childhood and the wonderful memories I have. Going to Christmas Eve services at my Daddy’s multiple churches, lighting the candles, having family communion at home between services and opening one Continue reading →
December 18, 2025
Birthday Boy
It’s Chris’ birthday today and we have a fun day planned. I’ve been absent more than I have been around the house lately with all of my volunteer experiences but today it is all about him. I am happy to celebrate with him with some Continue reading →
December 12, 2025
Christmas Memories
I have been feeling a bit nostalgic these days. I think it is the holidays that makes me think back to my own childhood. I had a really good childhood. I know not everyone can say that and I am happy that I am one Continue reading →
September 24, 2025
Quotable Quote and More
My week at Lakeside with my siblings is going great and we are having so much fun just being together. What a blessing it is to have family who carries on the love of being together even when our parents have passed on. My brother Continue reading →
August 8, 2025
Do You Play Favorites?
Eeeny Meeny Miny Mo—I choose YOU as my favorite!!!!! Continue reading →
August 6, 2025
When I Grow Up
When I was little my dream was to be a nurse. Dressed all in white with that cute perky little hat sitting on top of my head–that was the picture I had in my mind. I think my dream job originated from being in the Continue reading →