Can you believe we’re counting down to 2020? In just a few days we will say goodbye to 2019 and welcome a brand new year. Each family has different traditions and ways to bring in a new year. If you are looking for ideas for New Year’s Eve, I have a few options for you….
Do you make New Year’s Resolutions? Every year many people make all the traditional resolutions and goals to get healthy, get out of debt, and get organized. But often these great resolutions are forgotten by the time the big football game kicks off. Let’s take baby steps together and move forward in 2024 toward a…
What can you do as a family on a cold winter day that doesn’t cost a penny and encourages everyone to work together? How about working a puzzle? We have worked countless puzzles over the past 16 years and created some super fun memories. Whether you are an occasional puzzle lover or an avid fan,…
Are you finished with your Christmas gifts or are you still struggling to find the perfect gift for some people on your Christmas list? Every year, we dream, brainstorm and plan for the gifts that will bring a light to that special person’s eyes. If you ask me today if I’m done with my Christmas…
As the weather gets colder and the holiday decorations all go up around town and in our homes, it’s time to think about spreading love and doing something special for the children in our communities who may not have warm homes and families. Here are some easy ideas to share warmth & hugs with children….
Do you love taking pictures of your family when you are out on adventures? I always have my phone/camera in my hand and snap pictures constantly. Whether we are out exploring the big city like Boston, San Francisco or Chicago, hiking up to a waterfall in Tennessee or walking along the overlooks at the Grand…
Through the years, I have often written about the adventures of my Grandma. If you have the privilege of knowing her, you know how remarkable she is. Hazel has traveled the world, been to all 50 states, had an audience with the pope, ridden a dune buggy on a volcano, raised four boys, taught Sunday…
Do you love creating homemade Christmas Ornaments for gifts? Our Christmas tree is like many of yours: a mix of store-bought ornaments and special ornaments made by family members through the years. I’m not the craftiest person, but I do love creating something special to hang on our tree and share with family and friends….