The coronavirus has impacted millions of people all over the world. With businesses, retail, and schools shut down, people are staying home to stay safe
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Coronavirus – The Agony and Ecstasy of Everyone Being Home
What is happening in the world hangs over us, making that agony seem to overtake the ecstasy of being together.
Read More »Why the Ordinary is Extraordinary
Sometimes I’m stuck in traffic, look up, and see a gorgeous sunrise that I wouldn’t have noticed otherwise.
Read More »If Only in My Dreams – A Christmas with My ‘Whole’ Family
I had a dream the other night that reminded me of my Christmases past.
Read More »Father’s Day – Why a Good Dad Is More Important Than Ever
Every third Sunday in June we celebrate Father’s Day, and it is worth noting that men who get called “Dad,” “Papa,” “Pop” or whatever other way it can be said deserve their special day.
Read More »Memorial Day – Honoring Those Who Never Came Home
It seems to happen every year when Memorial Day comes around again – people do not understand why we celebrate this holiday.
Read More »The Great Christmas Present Debate – Wrapped Gifts vs. Gift Bags
Should Christmas presents be given in wrapping paper or placed in a gift bag and covered with tissue paper?
Read More »Proof That Santa Claus Is Real – I See Him in the Mirror Every Day!
Despite all the naysayers and attempts to prove Santa Claus doesn’t exist, I have proof that he does indeed live and breathe.
Read More »Black Friday Always Makes Me Blue
I always dreaded Black Friday – the day after Thanksgiving.
Read More »A Visit to the American Cemetery in Normandy – Pilgrimage All Americans Should Undertake
In part my visit to the cemetery was for Dad, but I also realized how much it was for me.
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