Do I have a true Christmas tree story for you—a chance to share the whole story and its emotional significance! But first, I love the winter holiday season and that means Hanukkah and Christmas. In my beautiful Chicago, branches and tree trunks are covered with sparkling, white lights. High rises are decorated in their finery, […]
Every family celebrating Hanukkah has their own special traditions. I love the word “tradition” because it is an accounting of long, established customs and beliefs passed on from generation to generation. Typically, our entire belief system and core values are based on family teachings. Our parents and grandparents passed their wisdom down to us, and […]
Darlings, today is the day — BLACK FRIDAY 2023! See everything I’m shopping for (plus my favorite brands to check out!) *Affiliate Disclosure You know, I can remember the craze of Black Friday’s past where people would line up outside stores on Thanksgiving morning to get the deal. And honestly, I’m glad that is now […]
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 can’t go wrong when you look to Lady Liberty for guidance. Every year, on the Fourth of July, millions of Americans turn their eyes towards Liberty Island. No matter what is going on in this beautiful country of ours, whether or not we are still in the throws of Elsewhere, we look to Lady […]