My parents are the soul of hospitality, and their secret is not complicated. They love people. In the age of Pinterest, entertaining can seem a bit overwhelming. We think we must set a creative table, spend hours preparing a fussy … Continue reading
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Happy New Year! 2017 is history, and 2018 is a blank page to be painted with another year of happenings. The happenings of 2017 have colored our year, like most other years, with family and friends, work, rest, and play, … Continue reading
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Dan and I do not remember our first Christmas together. Still newlyweds, we were loving life and loving each other, working at challenging jobs, and our families were both out of the area. I was surprised to find the Christmas … Continue reading
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While we’re devouring turkey, stuffing, cranberry salad and pumpkin pie, among other goodies, I hope we won’t forget what we’re celebrating. This year I am especially grateful. I thank God for life, for another day, another year, of living. After having a stroke in … Continue reading
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In the three weeks between Memorial Day and June 8th we celebrated a college graduation, an important medical school milestone, the birth of a baby, and a wedding. The busy days surrounding this convergence of major life events featured a vehicle clogged driveway, re-inhabited bedrooms, and a large and lively crowd … Continue reading
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Are you wondering what to give your loved ones (who don’t need anything) for Christmas? I have an idea for you! Invest in your relationships this Christmas. Christmas gift giving in my extended family has morphed from all of us exchanging gifts with each other (very fun … Continue reading
Memorial Day is our opportunity to remember, honor and thank those who have given their lives in the service of this country. Culturally, it has also become a nice long early summer weekend to be enjoyed while lining streets for small … Continue reading
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I was going to write a blog post, but… Both of our sons unexpectedly showed up on Friday night. Saturday morning, therefore, was happily spent around the kitchen table while Dan sautéed bacon, onions and vegetables for the frittata that would be our brunch. Yum. … Continue reading
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My family lost a loved one this week. Wednesday’s funeral service for my Uncle Carl was a lovely tribute to his well-lived life, and the lunch that followed was an opportunity to share hugs, tears and laughter with aunts, uncles, and cousins. It … Continue reading
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My family experienced a gift of memories this weekend. The occasion was the celebration of my mom’s 80th birthday. In preparation for our party, (which involved lobsters, clam chowder and lots of laughs) all of her children, her sons and daughters-in-law, and grandchildren emailed a … Continue reading
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