This weekend has been fantastic and it's all because after many years I had my two sons together. The older one moved to Kansas in 2011 and the younger one moved to Florida. The latter is back now for a few years but it's been that long since the oldest came here. The … [Read more...] about Weekly Tales: Family Togetherness Edition
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Thanksgiving Weekend Recap
How was your weekend? It was wonderful to have four days off at home while enjoying family, food and relaxation. We started Black Friday shopping on Wednesday afternoon and bought a brand new car. Steve's car (a 2004 Santa Fe) didn't pass smog testing and needed repairs … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Weekend Recap
ThanksGiving: Gratitude Every Day
Over 390 years ago when the pilgrims and native Americans had the first Thanksgiving celebration they couldn't have imagined we'd still be continuing the event today. They came together to give thanks for the autumn harvest. Even though the holiday also has a focus on food, … [Read more...] about ThanksGiving: Gratitude Every Day
National Family Caregivers Month: Celebrating Caregivers
Did you know that November is National Family Caregivers Month? Don't feel bad if you didn't because it was news to me. You might remember my father-in-law passed away earlier this year. The past two years of his life there was a lot of care-giving as his health … [Read more...] about National Family Caregivers Month: Celebrating Caregivers
Weekly Chronicles: Father’s Day Edition
I love this picture of me and my dad even though I'm obviously staring at my mom taking the picture. I don't remember my dad that young but I do remember the feeling of security and love from him. I was definitely a daddy's girl! This year we will remember both our fathers who … [Read more...] about Weekly Chronicles: Father’s Day Edition