“A friend is like a four-leaf clover, hard to find but lucky to have.” Irish Proverb I wish people’s actions were constant, like the sun. As many of you know, I write very early in the morning as the sun rises in the East. Over the months, as I sit at my computer writing to […]

This guide includes special, personalized Valentine’s day gifts for your grands. They’ll think of you every time they see them. Family is a special thing to be treasured, and when I give a gift, I like to take my time finding just the right thing. Every time I chose a gift, I take my time […]

It’s been on my heart lately to explore the topic of loneliness and how friendships can help in overcoming it. But, darlings, believe me. I know it’s absolutely not as simple as that. Let’s dig into it, shall we? Unfortunate but true loneliness is the number one cause of unhappiness. Loneliness prevents you from feeling […]

By Dr. Margo Jacquot Are your holidays with family neither merry nor bright? This time of year tickles our expectations for tidings of great joy celebrating holidays with family. But what happens when your family brings you feelings that are quite the opposite? What happens when you just don’t like or can’t get along with your mother, […]

The holidays, Christmas, Hanukkah, and the New Year are just a few weeks away, and I think this is the perfect time to think wisely about our grandparenting, especially when you are not the biological grandmother to all your grandchildren. Are any of you embracing the step-grandchildren life like I am? Helping your step-grandchildren feel […]