Gardens and Cuts
For years, I have gone to the same hairdresser. Ann’s shop is only a few miles away–friendly, cozy, and inviting. Set in a country atmosphere with gardens, bird feeders,…
Summer Camp
This is the season for children to attend a summer camp. Whether it’s a day, church, or adventure camp, they’ll have the time of their lives. Check your local paper…
Strawberries! Strawberries! Strawberries!
It might surprise you to know that strawberries make a wonderful gift, thank you, cheer-me-up, and a healthy snack for children. June is strawberry month in Michigan. Festivals and events…
Birds 101
Throughout the year, I take great care to feed my variety of feathered friends. Summer is the busiest as many different species arrive in the spring and depart in autumn.…
Through Her Eyes
Ma passed away several years ago at the age of eighty-seven. I never called her mom, mother, mommy–just plain old Ma. She lived her life with a glass half-full, didn’t…
Before and After
After a rainy day high school soccer game, my grandniece returned home with a mud-stained uniform. Her family planned to leave immediately for a weekend soccer tournament. My niece called…
Baseball and Cookies
With baseball season in full swing, we’re packing our autos with outdoor chairs, water bottles, and wearing weather appropriate clothing to the games. My grandson plays on the freshman…
How Can We Help?
Guest post by my dear friend, Deb Gardner Allard, author. How Can We Help? We never know when our lives might be upended. One minute we’re running around at high…
From the Heart
A year or so ago, I received a handcrafted gift from a friend. It was most unexpected, but a gift I will always cherish. She spent hours creating a heart…
