My family has always enjoyed hosting overnight company. Sometimes this meant one or more of our children gave up their beds for our guests. They always did it willingly, and were such good sports about it. But sometimes a guest would … Continue reading →
Have you ever stopped to consider how apt we humans are to complain? You’re at a restaurant and receive bad service, so you make sure to let your server know of your displeasure. You visit a retail store and don’t … Continue reading →
Recently I received a gift from a visiting relative — a new shirt. I took one look at the shirt and thought to myself, “This does not look like my style at all. I’m not sure I can see myself … Continue reading →
When I was growing up, we had two magic words in our house. Neither one was abracadabra. Nope, in our home, the magic words were please and thank-you. Grumbling was not allowed. Gratitude was encouraged. If we didn’t appreciate what … Continue reading →
We’re only a week away from Thanksgiving and everyone’s talking about being thankful. It’s a good practice, but one we sometimes don’t let filter down to our kids. Let’s face it–kids can be kind of selfish. For that matter, so … Continue reading →
I always have the best intentions when it comes to journaling. At some point during each year I begin anew, reading, reflecting and recording. It never seems to stick, yet I know what a benefit this quiet time could be … Continue reading →