Laughter has the magical ability to bridge generations. Every chuckle, giggle, and guffaw are like love spells being cast. The Halloween season presents a perfect opportunity to connect with our grandchildren in a playful, “spooktacular” way. I’ve gathered a collection of Halloween jokes for grandkids that will have you and your grandchildren in stitches. Whether […]

You may be wondering… sophisticated St. Patrick’s Day? Bear with me.  SOPHISTICATED ST. PATRICKS DAY Yes, St. Patrick’s Day, for many of my Irish and/or Catholic friends, is a day devoted to celebrating the saint himself. But for many non-Catholics, Saint Patrick’s Day has a reputation for being a party holiday, with green beer and […]

The importance of sharing yourself with family and friends over the holidays can not be overstated! A good hostess loves to entertain her family and guests! She is happy opening her door to those she loves and cares for. Her family and guests can always feel her joy. Throughout my life, I’ve been blessed to […]

It’s Time to Relax, Darlings! My darlings, I know that after a long week we often just want to relax. Who better to relax with than our favorite girlfriends? I often find that after travel or a tumultuous week, a little time with my friends can make a world of difference. Girlfriends can provide solace […]

I hope you all had a lovely first week of summer. If you’re in the Pacific Northwest, I hope that you are attempting to stay cool and safe. I know it’s hot in other places too, so I do hope we all stay cool. Summer is one of my favorite times of the year…why? Because […]