The Sparkly Handprint

My sparkly Queen Mum

Mother’s Day…My sweet mom, Patty, is no longer on this earthly plane, but I see her everywhere. She molded me into the woman I am. Looking back at my mom’s fingerprints on my life, her vibrant, vital influence endures…even if the recollections snag me a little some days. * I’ll begin in 2024, when the…

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Spring’s Stunning Glow

The stunning sparkle of spring

Like spring bursting onto the scene after a long winter, it’s uncanny how, in the midst of darkness, your eye will catch a glimmer of light. There it is, a sparkle in the corner, where you never look, where you certainly wouldn’t expect to find anything…much less a gift.   I’ve written before about how…

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Traditions Make for Happy Holidays

One of my favorite holiday traditions is hanging cherished ornaments on the tree

The holidays offer so much opportunity to lean into the happy. But I know all too well how it’s a difficult time for many as well. Missing loved ones can make this time of year feel especially tender…but I think traditions help.   Not only do traditions evoke cheerful memories of celebrations long gone, but…

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