When I was in grade school, I was given a grade of “Needs Improvement” for using time wisely. I just confessed to my family (of growing children) this factoid from my history. They laughed. The funniest part (and why they Read More …
Sometimes it just takes a bit of time, but when a plan comes together, it is a marvelous thing. I love loose plans, serendipitous moments. No anxiety. No stress. No high expectations that can be doused by the simplest change Read More …
These days, we all depend on the miracle of present delivery and more than just Amazon can make this happen; but what if Amazon could wrap and deliver the presents like this to the front door. Well, then. That would Read More …
Keep the babies inside, seriously, it’s cold outside! The song just comes to mind, whenever I go out, this is far, far too early for single digits – or even steady days in the 30s. There are so many reasons Read More …
When you can be both informative and entertaining, you have hit the mark. Maybe it is the other way around, but if sharing information is your primary goal, than that is where you start. Tell a story Sing a song Read More …
There are so many shades of orange, something that you may not realize until you put on three different articles of clothing and they do not match. Nature, of course just does what it does. Some years, better than others. Read More …
If all you need is a little magic, Halloween is the perfect solution. The best part about it is you know exactly when it is expected to arrive. Some adorable, fun, clever and scary costumes. Candles and flash lights. Gong Read More …
Sprinkles. That’s their name. Don’t doubt it for one little second. I know where I live… and yes, I defy the local vernacular and so do many others, even those who are not “transplants” to this little burg. But, really, Read More …
What happens when you make caramel apples? What definitely happens when you have the kids help you…make caramel apples? You get sticky fingers. A small price to pay, right? It is worth the mess. It is worth the hassle. It Read More …
Marketing 101 tells you that product placement matters. …the red mark on your forehead will tell you whether or not you paid attention when you went shopping. Foiled again. Not paying attention can cost you – the consumer. Not paying Read More …