Category Archives: Life

Visiting Monuments On Memorial Day

In this part of the country Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer, with neighborhood pools opening and grills being fired up for the first time since winter. But we also take time to remember and honor those who … Continue reading

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How Do You Show Appreciation?

Today’s Wednesday’s word is a fantastic one–appreciation. It takes such little effort to show someone that you appreciate them, but it can have such a positive impact. 

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Happy Mother’s Day

I think my husband wanted to the flowers to match the vase. 😀  I’ve been feeling pretty down about my mothering recently. Partly because I fell into the Facebook comparison trap, partly because my kids really aren’t kids anymore, and partly because … Continue reading

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Essential Ingredients For A Good Day

You probably know the ingredients for your favorite recipe, but do you know the ingredients for a good day? Kris got me thinking about this when she shared some of the elements of her best days–days when she felt energized and … Continue reading

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How To Make The Most Of Blog Link Ups

I love participating in blog link-ups. They can be a great way to expand your horizons on a topic or cuisine, discover new blogs, and get to know other bloggers. I have badges for my favorite link-ups in my side bar, … Continue reading

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