The door opens to a warm, inviting space. The music perfectly fills the background; the lights are lovely; the smell of delicious food ushers you inside. As a guest, you feel welcomed and wanted; you somehow find that the environment lends itself to fun conversations, even with … [Read more...] about Make Your Gatherings Sparkle – Invite With Intention
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Go Here And Find Your Zen
Our tendency in winter may be to hunker down at home. But we can’t stay inside until March, so we have some suggestions that may lure you out of your hibernation, at least temporarily. Since life slows down in winter, it might be a great time to investigate a class or two at … [Read more...] about Go Here And Find Your Zen
Here Are More Tips On How To Help Someone Who Is Helping Others
This is a continuation of the article listed in the P.S. below: Do you know a caregiver? Maybe a neighbor who keeps to themselves? A member of your church who hasn’t been attending because they are nervous about bringing their loved one? A coworker who is struggling? A friend … [Read more...] about Here Are More Tips On How To Help Someone Who Is Helping Others
5 Grandkid Gifts That Aren’t Toys: Give The Gift Of An Experience
Experiences build memories that last a lifetime, so why not add some to your gift-giving list this year? Studies show that giving emotionally based gifts such as one-of-a-kind family outings or individual adventures deepens the connection between the giver and receiver. Not to … [Read more...] about 5 Grandkid Gifts That Aren’t Toys: Give The Gift Of An Experience
Create A Someday/Maybe List
Shelter has been my guiding word for this year. It is a non-striving word. A shelter offers refuge, provides safety, and embraces calm and quiet. My final Shelter essay for 2023 concerns my handy Someday/Maybe List. It is a resting place – or shelter – for things I might … [Read more...] about Create A Someday/Maybe List