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The True Spirit of Christmas
Hi Everyone, The true spirit of Christmas is abundantly clear in this story. If you know the name of the author, please let us know. Enjoy. Christmas Eve 1942. I was fifteen years old and feeling like the world had caved in on me because there just hadn’t been enough...
Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer!
The origin of Rudolph As the holiday season of 1938 came to Chicago, Bob May wasn’t feeling much comfort or joy. A 34-year-old ad writer for Montgomery Ward, May was exhausted and nearly broke. His wife, Evelyn, was bedridden, on the losing end of a two-year battle...
Understanding Kids’ & Grandkids’ Behavior: Exploring the Brain Science Behind Those Tantrums and Teen Dramas
We’ve all witnessed our child (or grandchild) throwing a temper tantrum in the grocery store while the adults responsible for them stands by with a look of frustration, embarrassment, or panic. Children naturally cry and make mistakes, so why is it that we tend to...
Marriage Truths: Inspiration To Keep Your Marriage Thriving
Marriage takes a lot of tenacity, communication, and forgiveness, when both people are working for it, that is. Even still, research shows that more couples over the age of 50 years old are getting divorced than ever before. With that said building and keeping a...
A Hilarious Take on Aging: Laugh Out Loud with These Sayings!
Get ready to chuckle and nod in agreement as we dive into a collection of hilarious sayings that put a humorous spin on the realities of aging. While the author remains a mystery, their wit shines through in these clever quips that perfectly capture the quirks and...
Enduring Friends: The Heartwarming Tale Behind Simon and Garfunkel’s “The Sounds of Silence”
“Hello darkness, my old friend…” We all know the iconic Simon & Garfunkel song, but do you know the amazing story behind the first line of The Sounds of Silence? It began 62 years ago, when Arthur “Art” Garfunkel, a Jewish kid from Queens, enrolled in Columbia...
Navigating Grief: Embracing the Messy Journey of Loss and Healing
In the tumultuous journey of grief, many of us find solace in shared experiences and profound insights that resonate with the depths of our souls. As I grapple with the overwhelming losses of my mother, father, and sister, compounded by the challenges of a world in...
Healing Bonds: The Power of Forgiveness in Mother-Daughter Relationships
Forgiveness can be so hard, especially when it comes to seeing the human reality of our moms. The importance of healing with your mother cannot be overstated. While forgiveness may not be universally necessary or appropriate in every mother-daughter relationship, it...
Embrace Your Power: A Daily Reminder to Bloom into Your Best Self
Life is so short and every day can challenge you to choose to live your best life. It all comes down to what you choose on a daily basis. This writing inspired us, to inspire you. Enjoy. "Sometimes we are on the verge of blossoming into a thousand flowers. But we...
Finding Peace in Farewells: A Gentle Guide Through Grief
In those last moments when we bid farewell to a loved one, below are some gentle words of wisdom to offer a beacon of solace and understanding. In Sarah Kerr's heartfelt words, she invites us to pause, breathe, and embrace the sacredness of the transition. Let's...