Traditions, Family and “Famous” Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies.


“If you look deeply into the palm of your hand, you will see your parents and all generations of your ancestors. All of them are alive in this moment. Each is present in your body. You are the continuation of … Continue reading Traditions, Family and “Famous” Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Top 6 Special Ideas for Special Families for the Holidays.


We do not choose to be born. We do not choose our parents. We do not choose our historical epoch, the country of our birth, or the immediate circumstances of our upbringing. We do not, most of us, choose to … Continue reading Top 6 Special Ideas for Special Families for the Holidays.

It’s my party…a how-to planning tutorial with expert Brian Worley.


“Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” ~ Hamilton Wright Mabie Since I cheated last week and did my post about “The Window to my Soul,” and not a ” ‘Mynewfavoriteweek’ly Inspiration” post, … Continue reading It’s my party…a how-to planning tutorial with expert Brian Worley.

Pebbles and Bam Bam have nothing on The Wondertwins!


  “I cannot even imagine where I would be today were it not for that handful of friends who have given me a heart full of joy. Let’s face it, friends make life a lot more fun.” ~ Charles R. Swindoll … Continue reading Pebbles and Bam Bam have nothing on The Wondertwins!

So fun, thank you, thank you, thank you! And the winner is…


“I’ve learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.” ~ Maya Angelou Let me start this off to say, thank you, for  I know … Continue reading So fun, thank you, thank you, thank you! And the winner is…

Childhood nostalgia….what can bring you magic for your Friday and weekend?


Only those who look with the eyes of children can lose themselves in the object of their wonder ~ Eberhard Arnold With all this talk of Halloween costumes, I am feeling nostalgic and a bit childlike.  I decided to dig up … Continue reading Childhood nostalgia….what can bring you magic for your Friday and weekend?