We are finally here – December 2020. It seems like we would never ever get here but yet here we are. This will definitely be the year that everyone remembers, won’t it? Through it all we have persevered, sacrificed, and remained strong. With the happy Continue reading →
It’s the first week of Advent and one that brings HOPE. This year has been so challenging. It has been chaotic and unsettling. It has been a time of separation and anxiety. It has tested our faith and our patience. It has also been a Continue reading →
Thankfulness. Gratitude. These are two words that make the world so much better. Today I am thankful for healthcare workers and all of our essential personnel that are working to keep things running during this pandemic. I am thankful for family and friends who love Continue reading →
Happy Thanksgiving to one and all. Thanksgiving 2020 is one we will not soon forget. A pandemic changes things dramatically but I am choosing to focus on the positives instead of the negatives this season as I shared in Monday’s post. If you remember back Continue reading →
The theme of 2020 is definitely a theme of not gathering together. It is heartbreaking, isn’t it? This year instead of going to a beach someplace and renting a house to share with our sons and their wives for Thanksgiving we are staying home. Erin Continue reading →
I always have to share my turkey teapot during Thanksgiving week. He makes me smile and even though he doesn’t pour really well out of his tiny spout he has a place on my table this week. I recently placed an order with my favorite Continue reading →
Dear 2020… If you could write a letter to 2020 what would it say? Our local library in Transylvania County is doing a great little project. The Community Postcard Project is a unique way to help document the year 2020. The idea is very simple. Continue reading →
Advent is almost here and I have seen a lot of great ideas of how to prepare for this season of expectancy. I decided to repost this post that I initially shared the past couple of years.. It has been a really great practice for Continue reading →
A great way to give back is by packing a shoebox for Operation Christmas Child. I have written about this event several times in the past and have supported this project for many years. The boys and I used to pack shoeboxes years ago and Continue reading →
What can make a difference in someone’s life? YOU can. My readers know that I am the Queen for supporting anything that reaches out and helps others. My friends and I just completed another successful Pack the Pavilion Food and Toy Drive for local charities Continue reading →
