All The Nicknames
You can have all the nicknames you want… and, some you might not choose for yourself, but learn to respond to anyway. I think, however, even if you didn’t (or wouldn’t) have chosen them for your own self, the more Read More …
Category: family
Stay Close
All this time we have been told stay close… That’s been the mantra all along. For many years…way before all this nonsense started. It’s good to be near home. Even better to be in a place where you can take Read More …
Roads Most Traveled
While some may prefer the lesser, sometimes the roads most traveled make you happier. Over the river… Through the wood-lined (highways and byways), On your way to grand adventures, At friend’s and family’s homes. Greeted with warm hugs, sincere smiles, Read More …
Ready To Celebrate
For some, they are finally ready to celebrate Christmas. This year, more than most, families across the country have waited to enjoy the magic of Christmas. Maybe they practice an Orthodox religion – and tomorrow is their big day. I Read More …
Finally Done
What is that one thing that has been on your list – for the better part of (however long) that is finally done? Reviewing that contract? Clearing off your desk? Sorting through presents? Emptying the wrapping bin? Sending thank you Read More …
Pouf Happy
Would it be cool if you could just pouf happy holiday wishes and decor throughout the house? I think that would be amazing. But, still – to every small child, and big children too – that is exactly how it Read More …
Happier and Happier
Life should get happier and happier. Finally finding yourself, Figuring out who you are, Financing your own future, Finessing the way you behave, Finding your one true love… Life. Christmas. Family time. All of this makes me – and I Read More …
Happy Call
Make your happy call… Outreach to family Touching base with friends Dropping in for an unexpected visit Bringing cookies Singing Christmas carols Running errands and just checking in A happy call is a good call to make. ~ Dawn aka Read More …
So Much More Room
Clearing out for the holidays leaves so much more room. The rooms become bigger. Not really… but, sort of. At least in spirit. Room for more family. Room for more friends. Room for neighbors (who may be one or both Read More …
Secret Boxes
Yo, kids leave those secret boxes alone. Open them and you’ll know, but I assure you it will be disappointing on Christmas morning. It is worth waiting to receive. It is worth waiting to open. It is worth waiting to Read More …