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250 Candles

What do penguins have to do with America's 250th birthday? More than you'd think. This July 4th, Sue takes a heartfelt look at what birthdays really mean — for a nation, a family, and each of us. Come pause, reflect, and march forward together.

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Before the Clock Strikes Fall

The clock is ticking. Summer arrived in a blaze of glory, and it's already racing by faster than we'd like. Are you truly making the most of this bright season before it slips through your fingers? Come along for a little reminder of why every golden moment counts.

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A BIT OF FUNNY 

We all have a “To Do” list that seems to grow faster than we can check it off. But what if the antidote to daily stress isn’t better productivity — it’s a “bit of funny”? This month’s post explores how small, unexpected moments of humor can reset your mood and lighten the load.

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January Treasures

January is a month of treasures waiting to be discovered - blue jays, snow angels, and aspirations renewed. ​ Dive into the new year with joy, success, and a reminder that no effort is too small!

Spring Flowers bring Joy to Life

Spring Canvas

Elements of a dreary winter canvas threatening to dull our days means we forget to notice our dormant surroundings. The winds begin to sweep winter away and...

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AND THEY’RE OFF! 

Riddles. I like them, especially the simple, silly ones. They set my mind spinning in logical circles where I often miss the ...

Holiday Cheer!

Holiday cheer! That's what I wanted to write about when I turned the calendar to December. Something full of...

It All Depends Where You’re Coming From

You've seen it, a glass filled midway with water. You've heard the question: is the glass half full or half empty? The question implies that you must be one or the other. It's not one or the other...

What Will You Do With February 29th?

Every four years the month of February receives an extra day. I propose we make February 29th a special day, like a...

A Happy Christmas To All!

It's no surprise this has been a classic for two hundred years. On December 23, 1823, “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” written by Clement Clarke Moore, was published. Today this poem is widely loved and recognized as, “T’was the Night Before Christmas.” Here are a few of my favorite parts...