I think I’ll miss the fireflies the most. At dusk, summer evenings offer an enchanting light display, as fireflies dance over the farm field behind our house. I call it the God Show. And I’ll miss watching it. As I witnessed a lone bulldozer grab its first fistful of dirt to make way for aContinue reading “Nothing Is Constant But Change”
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This isn’t a winter wonderland! It’s just cold.
Welcome to January! 31 days of short, frigid days and long, freezing nights. (Unless, of course, you’re following Nenn Pen, Ink from a climate far different than that of Illinois. If so, I’m still waiting for my invitation to come out for a visit this winter.) For those of us who are facing a monthContinue reading “This isn’t a winter wonderland! It’s just cold.”
5 Eggcellent Easter Egg Hunt Ideas
Sure, you can toss some candy-filled plastic eggs in the yard and let your kids go crazy. They make a mad dash and end up with a basket full of sugar. But if you’ve done that for years and are looking for some new creative ideas…. How about a new twist on the Easter EggContinue reading “5 Eggcellent Easter Egg Hunt Ideas”
The Train
Running… running… It’s moving so fast… How will I ever catch it? I’ve been running so long… I don’t remember… when I left the station. Was there a station? It seems… it’s always been… Me… the train… the landscape. Everything rushing by. Tracks running through the open country… going on forever… and me… running… neverContinue reading “The Train”
5 Encouragements for the New Year (#3 is adorable!)
Well…we’re two weeks in. How’s your 2024 going so far? Are you already sick of the “R” word? Are your resolutions laughing at you as you struggle to make changes? Or did you skip New Year’s resolutions altogether this year, knowing they rarely stick? Don’t get me wrong. I’m not trying to be a negativeContinue reading “5 Encouragements for the New Year (#3 is adorable!)”
6 Go-To Gifts for the Hard-to-Shop-For
Maybe it’s your dad. (Mine usually ended up getting socks and candy for Christmas.) Maybe it’s your co-worker. (Gift card, anyone?) We all have at least one person on our shopping list that is…well, nearly impossible to shop for. Gift ideas for them might be so challenging that we consider moving them to the naughtyContinue reading “6 Go-To Gifts for the Hard-to-Shop-For”
Meet Patch!
Patch is going on an igloo adventure… and you’re invited! Today, my second children’s book, Patch’s Igloo Adventure, sets sail. Here’s the scoop on this adorable picture book: Ready for fun and giggles? Get your copy today. And once Patch makes you smile, please leave a review to help others discover Patch too! P.S. IfContinue reading “Meet Patch!”
I Found Something Better Than Netflix
A field of fireflies coming to life at dusk. Waves flowing in at sunset on the sandy shore. An immense waterfall crashing down a mountainside. A full rainbow after a storm. A serene lake reflecting the surrounding majestic peaks. Rock formations so grand and intriguing they’re begging to be climbed. Intricate trees with mazes ofContinue reading “I Found Something Better Than Netflix”
In Over My Head
The deep end of the pool was only 5’ 6”. But I’m a mere 5’ 4”. So, even on my tip-toes, my head would be underwater if I ventured into the depths. So, I didn’t venture. Even when my adorable nephews wanted me to. I was happy to play with them in the water –Continue reading “In Over My Head”
Got a light?
I couldn’t see my hand in front of my face. My husband was standing mere inches from me, but there wasn’t even a hint of his handsome blue eyes in the darkness. We were in Hannibal, MO – or more accurately – under it. Inside Mark Twain Cave, we were exploring the caverns made legendaryContinue reading “Got a light?”