My life changed forever, 36 years ago today, when my one and only sibling officially joined our family. At the time, I was quite disappointed that my baby brother was not a girl. I think my unimpressed look in the photo above says it all. I look a little happier in the next one: Today,…
Update (4-22-16): The winners are…. Darla – Signed copy of Where Did My Sweet Grandma Go? Darcie J. – Create Hope Cuffs “love of dixie” mockingbird bracelet Becky R. – Lavish Leathers braided aqua earrings Why are giveaways so darn much fun? Getting to gift my readers with my favorite goodies is seriously one of my favorite things…
People who put up Christmas decorations before Halloween are not to be trusted. There is a season for spreading Yuletide cheer, and October is not it. Dates and seasons matter. There is an appointed time for everything. For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be…
I was born on Easter Sunday 30 years ago, when my mother was 30 years old. As I am rapidly approaching 30, I reflect on new life and the true meaning of Easter. My Easter birthday As a child, I thought Easter was all about me–my own personal holiday. My parents loved to tell me…
Today, I’m celebrating 60 years of my late mother Dixie. I had a pleasant surprise in my inbox this morning. It was an email from BlogHer, explaining that they were featuring my recent post, “Dear Mom: You Were My First Blessing,” on their website and social media accounts today. I’m not sure if the ladies…
