There's something really special about little girls. They have a special brand of happy. I have six daughters and each of them has brought so much joy, warmth, and love into my life through their smiles, hugs, kisses, notes, drawings,... Continue Reading →
"After all," Anne had said to Marilla once, "I believe the nicest and sweetest days are not those on which anything very splendid or wonderful or exciting happens but just those that bring simple little pleasures, following one another softly,... Continue Reading →
Every fall, our family camps at Jenny Jump State Forest in Hope, NJ. And every fall, I am amazed at the beauty and brilliant colors of the forest. It rained our first night there, but we were cozy, warm, and... Continue Reading →
Retreat: a quiet or secluded place in which one can rest and relax. A period of seclusion for the purposes of prayer and meditation. Last weekend I attended a retreat in beautiful western New Jersey. I am so thankful for... Continue Reading →
To speak truly, few adult persons can see nature. Most persons do not see the sun. At least they have a very superficial seeing. The sun illuminates only the eye of the man, but shines into the eye and heart... Continue Reading →
To be interested in the changing seasons is a happier state of mind than to be hopelessly in love with spring. ~ George Santayana I am grateful for the seasons. Day 8 of the 21-Day Gratitude Challenge
Vacationing as a large family can be costly. As our family grew, accommodations that could fit our family could not fit our budget. Several years ago, we purchased a travel trailer (RV) to use for our cross country trip. That is... Continue Reading →
When I thought of the word "forward" and a picture to go with it, I thought of one that I took of my husband on a beautiful fall day last year. This photo evokes many thoughts and feelings within me.... Continue Reading →