The other day when I was shopping for a card to give Best Mother-in-Law Ever, I thought about how lucky I am to still have someone to get a card for this Mother’s Day. One of the next thoughts I had while sifting through cards and ruling most of them out because they said dumb …
Holidays
As we start the new year, there are plenty of tips floating around again about how to lose weight, eat healthier, practice self-care, get organized, better utilize your time, become a better person or whatever. Some of them might be helpful. Many of them, not so much. For some reason, one piece of advice that’s …
It’s time to close out another year here on the blog. Hard to believe 2018 will soon be over, right? Where did the time go? Or maybe you cannot wait to say goodbye to 2018. Regardless, 2018 is just about in the books.
What do you do when it’s the holidays and you’re grieving? Some of the most meaningful, poignant emails I receive and comments left on the blog are from readers who are grieving and dreading the holiday season. The messages come from all over the world reinforcing what you and I already know – grief is …
As I put the finishing touches on this post, I’m looking out the window at one of my favorite views, the stunning shores of Lake Superior. (Hence, the photos selected for this post.) If you’re a Dear Reader living in the US, you are likely busy with your Thanksgiving preparations, whatever they might be. (I …