Even the Olives
Even the olives are stuffed at my house today. The rooms overflow with family–children underfoot, waiting for a feast. Even the animals are well-fed and
November 25, 2010
Live With Flair
(my daily blog)
A Double Serving of Peace
I’m racing about, scrubbing floors and making beds, and my cell phone rings and rings. Who has time to chat at a time like this?
November 24, 2010
Keep Your Wits About You
When you carefully manage your mental health like I do, a change of routine can get everything out of balance. An older, wiser mother I
November 23, 2010
Answer with Joy
Winterberry Holly This weekend, I could not help my fascination with winterberry holly. I love how vibrant the berries appear against a drab late-autumn landscape.
November 22, 2010
Texted: What Should I Do with My Life?
A high school student in my town had a problem. She didn’t know what she wanted to do for a career. So she polled everyone.
November 21, 2010
Am I Willing?
Driving through central Pennsylvania, I gaze with wonder at the work of Amish families on their farms. Through the warmth and convenience of my car,
November 20, 2010
Lesson Three from the Italian Mama (in 100 Words or Less)
I’m frantic about my meatballs. Extended family will dine next week on spaghetti and meatballs the day before Thanksgiving. I can’t remember what to do,
November 19, 2010
You Cannot Contain This
My morning begins by watching children race down the street so the speed limit monitor sign records their speed. I still haven’t had enough coffee
November 18, 2010
The Most Impressive Thanksgiving
Right now I’m launching into my official Thanksgiving preparations. Imagine all the family driving in. Imagine the rooms to arrange, the week of activities to
November 17, 2010
When the Competition is You
Last night for Neighborhood Fitness Group, we dance our normal dances and crawl around like wild animals. But then, the children beg for “The Jump
November 16, 2010