Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year!

It is hard for me to believe that we are beginning a new decade. It feels like yesterday that we were celebrating the beginning of a new century. The concept of time is so fleeting, isn’t it? In a blink, 20 years has passed. Most “new” years, I am excited for the fresh beginning, the…

Thanksgiving Traditions
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Thanksgiving Traditions

For as long as I can remember, I’ve prepared Thanksgiving dinner. I’m trying not to panic that Thanksgiving is less than 2 weeks away. This weekend I am determined to put a menu together and think about the table setting. The good news is that my son will be flying home to stay for a…

If You Need to Send or Receive Flowers
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If You Need to Send or Receive Flowers

I realize many bloggers get paid to endorse a product. However, that is not the case here. It takes an exceptional product, high quality, and great customer service for me to go out on a limb and support it. When I find something that consistently impresses me, I feel compelled to share it with you,…

Refinishing Lamps
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Refinishing Lamps

My son’s bedroom remodel is taking FOREVER. I wish I had one week without interruptions to finish it, however, that is not my life right now. But this weekend I was able to refinish 2 lamps and wanted to share the process with you. You know you are blessed with good friends when they are…

10 Tips to Stay Healthy
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10 Tips to Stay Healthy

Fortunately I am not a person who gets common winter illnesses. In the last 24 years, I can only recall being very sick with a cold or flu only twice. Living a healthy life should be an important focus as we age. Here are my top 10 tips for staying healthy! I DO pay attention…