“When Storms Come”
I must admit that I spent too much time watching The Weather Channel this past week as forecasters predicted the bombardment of snow, sleet, ice, and power outages expected to
“The Handwriting is on Stone, Plaster, and Sand”
Happy National Handwriting Day and Happy Birthday, John Hancock! Established by the Writing Instrument Manufacturers Association in 1977, National Handwriting Day was a way to promote the consumption of pens,
“Life is Good When it Snows”
I have a “Life is Good” t-shirt that I only wear when it snows, and I’ve been getting good use out of it this January. The snowfall in Newtown, PA,
“A Gift without a Return Policy”
‘Tis the season to return Christmas gifts! I’ve heard that within the first month of 2026, almost 60% of shoppers plan to return or exchange gifts they have received. Clothing
“The Day Most People Give Up”
Today, the second Friday in January, is International Quitters Day. It is the day when most people abandon their New Year’s resolutions. Research suggests that many people give up by
“A Promise of Presence, Not A Shield From Pain”
My neighbor has placed a bird feeder, which she keeps well-stocked, in a tree that is located in a common area of the neighborhood. It’s a lovely scene, and every
“6 7, 6-7, or six-seven, but never ‘sixty-seven'”
Making New Year’s resolutions is not as captivating, for me, as discovering what top dictionaries declare as the “word of the year”. Even though we have flipped our calendars to
“What Does Your Christmas Card Say About You?”
What does your Christmas card say about you? Apparently, every part of it has the power to send a message to the recipient about who you are and what you
“Anticipating Christmas”
Christmas Eve has always been my favorite day of the year, for many reasons, but most of all because of the anticipation associated with it! As a child, I can remember
“Wreaths of Honor”
As the holiday season approaches, many families begin decorating their homes, shopping for gifts, and preparing festive meals. Yet, amidst these joyful activities, a profoundly touching tradition takes root –
“You can’t control the wind, but you can adjust your sails!”
2024-10-12 20:33:28 The other day, while cruising on New Hampshire’s Lake Sunapee, I snapped a picture of a wind surfer who came alongside our boat. His tricky maneuvers to adjust
“If I could talk with you one more time, I would tell you…”
2024-09-21 04:30:43 Dear Mom, It’s one year today since we said, “goodbye for now,” and yet not a day goes by that I wish I could talk with you and