Seeing—and taking full advantage of—opportunities for gratitude, especially where there don’t seem to be any, will help smooth your journey across the sometimes rocky roads of life. The trick, though, is to notice those opportunities for what they are. Lots of times they’ll look like one thing, but when you change your perspective—Voila!—you see them […]
Saturday Sips: Encourage the dreamers
July 12, 2014 By 1 Comment
I recently wrote about giving your children the freedom to dream and shared an interview I had done with a young man who wished to become a Navy SEAL. Being a parent of any child is difficult, especially when they choose a goal that is challenging, takes a great deal of courage, and […]
Saturday Sips: Smile for the camera!
June 28, 2014 By Leave a Comment
It’s summertime, which means family gatherings, fun in the sun, and lots and lots of pictures. What’s that? You’re bad in back of the camera snapping the shutter, and you look awful in front of the camera? Fear not! I have practical tips and insight for you today, of course, that will help you capture […]
Saturday Sips: Walking uphill to school both ways
June 21, 2014 By 2 Comments
I recently wrote about hardship being the gift that keeps on giving. One of my lovely readers called it a “most EXCELLENT article”. Thanks, Nan! If you missed it, be sure to go back and read it because the following links are related to that post. I’ll bet when you were younger and […]
Saturday Sips: Courage, clarity, and change, oh my!
June 7, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Tis the exciting season of graduation, and you know that means: Cake! Oops, I mean commencement addresses. Oh, I am so sorry for that let down, but I do have good news for you. Not only have there been some terrific speakers around the country this year, but they offer inspiring, joyful, and […]
A thrifty DIY investment that pays dividends
June 2, 2014 By
What we wanted in our recently purchased home was leather furniture that looked like a million bucks but only cost a few hundred. Being the bargain hunters we are, we searched Craigslist and thrift stores for months before finding a set that was well-made, comfortable, well cared for, and was within budget. Since we […]
Great expectations create happier marriages
May 23, 2014 By
If you have hung around here for any length of time, you know I am an optimist. Yes, I struggle with being discouraged, annoyed, and even angry sometimes when things aren’t working out as I had expected. However, I remain overall, a believer in expecting the best. You could say that in my world, […]
Saturday Sips: Sending Joy via Postagram
May 3, 2014 By 5 Comments
Hang on to your hats, friends: I finally moved up from my five year old flip phone to an iPhone. Yippeee! As one of my brothers said, “Welcome to 2005!” 😉 I have already begun to populate my phone with different apps: Wunderground (weather), Camera+ (improved photography capabilities), Candy Crush *she admits with […]
Saturday Sips: How to clean summertime fun hands
April 26, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Winter is in the rear view mirror, and spring and summertime activities have begun to whisper their beguiling invitations to you. Let’s go camping again. Remember those crackling wood campfires, toasting those yummy marshmallows, and sleeping under the stars? Time to gather the fishing gear. Being on the water is so restful and peaceful! Get […]
Saturday Sips: 2 Must-Have DIY Refinishing Products
April 12, 2014 By 3 Comments
Since I wrote this past week about finding Free and Nearly Free Treasures, I thought I’d share two must-have DIY refinishing products. Refinishing is fun, frugal, and rewarding, especially if you are referring to taking a piece of furniture with lots of surface ugly and revealing the gem below. First, though, you’ve got to be open to seeing the beauty […]
