Happy Leap Day! In my family, we’re celebrating a birthday—of sorts. When our daughters were little, my husband started a tradition of celebrating their half-birthdays by taking them out for dinner and a movie( or whatever they wanted to do). … Continue reading →
Taking photographs of people, animals, places and things has always been a fun hobby for me. I’ve never bought an expensive camera or lens. Before I could use the camera on my phone, I always used an inexpensive “one use” … Continue reading →
It seems everyone is searching for their roots. There are DNA tests, TV shows in search of ancestors, ancestry records, and family trees. We want to know who we are and where we’re from. Everyone seems to be searching for … Continue reading →
We snap photos and fill books with them. Sometimes we might even make very fancy scrapbooks. It’s also a great opportunity to capturing faith memories as we fill the pages. Whether it’s a simply photo from a holiday with a … Continue reading →
Reading aloud can bring joy and laughter to everyone. Think about stories you have shared with family, friends or strangers. Maybe you have read to children at the library or at a school. Maybe you have shared a story at home with … Continue reading →
Children are collectors of little treasures. My grandsons recently spent a week at the beach with me. One collected sea glass. Another grandson collected nature items that included small rocks, feathers, shells, and sea glass. These are special to them … Continue reading →