Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take a trip back in history and witness firsthand some historical events that you would love to experience? I have, and recently I was asked which events would I like to witness if I could make the journey back in time.  To narrow it down…

I used to “misplace” my keys. Okay, I used to lose them.That rarely happens anymore. I put a key rack in the kitchen and held myself to my promise to hang them up as soon as I walked in. Tah Dah! A successful habit!Now let’s talk about those missing shoes, and sunglasses, and …I’m not so…

Several years ago, an old farmer walked with his grandson out to feed the pigs. This grandson spent a lot of time working with his grandfather and often on  their short walks, the grandfather would teach this boy some life lessons, advice designed to help him navigate his life’s journey. His advice was always simple…

The most important award I ever received was a box of colored pencils from Mrs. Simpson, my 5th grade art teacher. She also taught penmanship, and I remember her being a very demanding and perfectionist type teacher.​​​She expected our letters to be perfect and made us practice over and over on paper especially designed for improving our handwriting.…

What’s your favorite roller coaster? ​I loved Universal Studios Dueling Dragons. Simultaneous fear and delight.​Gone now, but forever the perfect balance in my mind.​I’ve been on a bit of a real life roller coaster the past few months, with a series of challenges hitting me hard and fast from one side and then the other.​In the…

Yep, sometimes less really can be more.How do I know?Just look out my kitchen window with me.There are over 25 birds, at least 5 different kinds, feasting.In September I was getting ready to have total knee replacement surgery. I was in a lot of pain and didn’t do much gardening. I usually cut back all…

When I was 11 years old, I went to Yellowstone National Park with my father and other fathers and sons from our church. It was supposed to be a fun filled adventure with our fathers and friends. It started out that way and ended well but, in the middle, we experienced an event none of us…