I don't know about you, but this sheltering-in-place thing is making it hard for me to keep track of what day it is. Is it Monday? Is it Saturday? Who knows? I still have two college girls, a high-schooler and a husband here every day. To make matters worse, last week...
You know what? I've noticed something about social media since this whole Covid-Crap began. People are stepping out of their comfort zones to encourage each other. Surely it's not just happening in my social circles. I've seen people playing the piano, singing songs,...
Well, hello. Hello? Is there anybody out there? I know. It's been a long time since I've shown my face around these parts. Honestly, it's not you. It's me. You see, I've been writing, just not here. Lately I've been pouring every bit of my creative energy into writing...
Hi everyone! In honor of Mother's Day (this Sunday) I'm sharing my story that was recently published in the book, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Mom Knows Best.Leave me a comment and I'll enter your name for a chance to win a copy for your favorite mom! One word. That’s...
I remember that warm summer evening when it all began. “Look, Mom, there’s a kitty!” My younger daughter pointed toward the empty lot next door. An orange cat crouched down, spying through the grass. Madison jumped up. “Wait a minute.” I held my finger to my lips....
Certain words always come to mind when I think of my mom. Honest and kind. A hardworking farmer’s wife. She is definitely a lady who isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty. However, there is one word I’m sure I never used to describe my mom: cool. Lord knows I wished for...
Today I'm sharing a story I posted on my blog a couple of years ago. "O Holy Night" was previously published in the book, Chicken Soup for the Soul: It's Christmas. Since I have lots of new blog readers, I thought maybe a "throwback" was in order.And if you're a...
One of my favorite parts about being a writer is getting the chance to tell other people's stories. Well today I'm sharing a story I wrote on behalf of my aunt. If you're an animal lover, I guarantee you'll enjoy Janet's story about her runaway cat, Tickles. And if...
I hurried down the steps, my bare feet on the heels of my brother’s as we raced to the tree. “Santa came!” I squealed, spotting several neatly-wrapped presents tucked under the branches. We plopped to our knees and began inspecting every package. “This one’s for you.”...
Thanks for stopping by! Today I'm sharing a story that was published in Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Multitasking Mom's Survival Guide. With summer vacation only a week away - you can bet I've already warned my girls that we'll be doing this again this summer! Happy...
I stared at the display of eyeglass frames when a saleslady strolled over to me. “Can I help you find something?” “No thank you. I’m just looking.” I kept my tone light, hoping the lady would take the hint and give me some space. She didn’t. “What kind of frames are...
It was the perfect day for our local high school’s state softball tournament. My husband and I sat near the top of the stadium and cheered on the girls. Of course, just as the game got particularly exciting, nature called. I whispered to Curt. “I’ll be right back. I...
Her bedroom was empty and the U-Haul was full. If it wasn’t for my middle daughter being so excited to move into her very first apartment, I would’ve been a mess. But she was ready, and I couldn’t have been prouder. “Well,” I said, glancing around the kitchen for an...