Family, Fun, Gratitude

T.G.I.F. – Gratitude Friday

My Top Three for the Week: 3.)  The first juicy red tomato from my patio tomato plant. Yum! 2.)  My sister and nephew visiting from Minnesota, one of my sons being here as well, and the four of us sitting around the kitchen table late into the evening reminiscing and laughing so hard we were in… Continue reading T.G.I.F. – Gratitude Friday

Faith and Spirituality, Life Lessons, Writing

The Power of Words

This has been an interesting week for sure. Amidst all the excitement I was feeling about my book being published, I hadn't even thought of the possibility that others wouldn't share that joy. While I don't believe, for the most part, that people intend to be hurtful, that doesn't change the fact that words can sting the heck… Continue reading The Power of Words

A to Zing, Faith and Spirituality, Fun, Quotes, Writing

“Q” is for…

I love quotes! They contain so much wisdom, motivation and inspiration in so few words.  They prove that less is often better when it comes to words, and that those few words can pack a powerful punch. My ten favorite are: 10.)  “The way to happiness: Keep your heart free from hate, your mind from… Continue reading “Q” is for…

Family, Fun, Writing

Books, Books, and More Books

Today I got to thinking about how far back my love of reading and books really goes, and discovered it goes back to when I was about five years old and my mom used to read stories out of the Children's Highlights Magazine to my sisters and me every night before bed. The stories and… Continue reading Books, Books, and More Books