12 ways to foster care-to-keep values in children
Taking good care of things is a lifestyle. For those of us who are committed to that lifestyle, passing its values onto our children is important. We want them to …
Taking good care of things is a lifestyle. For those of us who are committed to that lifestyle, passing its values onto our children is important. We want them to …
If you drop by my house and I’m not writing, I’m probably wearing an apron. I’ll also be wearing one if you spot me outside tending or watering the flowers. …
My favorite cloth napkins are over 20 years old. They don’t look it, do they? They weren’t always napkins — they played another role in our household for the better …
I love to spring clean! I love the fresh feeling of a room that’s sparkling and spruced from top to bottom. Some people never spring clean, and others would like …
People are often asked, “Who is your role model?” Answers run the gamut from a famous athlete, actor, or politician to a teacher, community leader, or family member. I don’t …
This is the mug I’ve been drinking my morning coffee out of for more than 12 years now. I bought it impulsively when Karen Mary and I were browsing in …
Time for resolutions. Yay! I love fresh starts. (I might just be the queen of starting over!) Each year after the holidays I think about improvements I’d like to make …
I love a good inspirational quote. Not directives that seem to lecture, but thoughts that make me smile or enthuse me to work well, love well, and live well. Besides, …
What do you think about regifting? Have you ever regifted something? How did you feel about it? Sneaky or thoughtful? Cheap or resourceful? The Thursday before Christmas is National Regifting …