Short stories and photos shared with humor and love
My sister Kathy sent me a video clip earlier this week, and I have been playing it ever since. Music doesn't just set a mood, it pretty consistently improves it. When that music is also a prayer, it can really swell your heart. My blog earlier this week about "the Prayer" reminded Kathy that my [...]
I spent International Women’s day attending a virtual Mother’s Blessing for my daughter Katherine, and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate that day. All of the strong women in her life came together to offer a blessing. For each one, Katherine strung a bead on a chain she’ll use for inspiration during [...]
Here's to the women who rise early to raise their families and a little hell. Who knead dough, and earn their coin. Who dance around the kitchen, but never the truth. Who wear the pants, and the skirts, in whatever style they choose. Here's to the sweet women and the salty ones; those who like [...]
I'll always remember Christmas 2025 as the year I accidentally made three cakes (plus two pies and some cookies). I'll remember it for a lot of other sweet reasons too. We're always so grateful when family comes to town, because it isn't always easy for them to get here. Our poor daughter Molly said she [...]
My daughter Katherine has been mothering people since she was old enough to sling her little toddler arm around anyone within her wingspan in need of a little pick-me-up. Strict with her brothers Charlie and Vinnie, and sweet with her baby sister Molly, Katherine has raised us all. So, I was thrilled (embarrassing so) when [...]