My Heart: A Special Project for Valentine’s Season

“Mom, have you seen my heart?” my daughter asked as she rounded the corner to go search in the kitchen. “The last time I saw it it was on your bed.” I replied. “Oh, that’s right!” she yelled as she went running into her room. My Heart My heart just happens to be a little, […]

Grandpa: A Surprise Watercolor Painting

Last November we lost a special man in our lives. My husband’s grandfather, Norm, passed away just shy of his 91st birthday. It was a hard time as Norm has been a staple in our lives since I met my husband (23 year ago). But, for my husband, he has had a special relationship with […]

Accomplishment, Cooperation, and Love: A Day of Working Together

My family arrived at Westfalcon Farm just after noon – the sun was shining, a slight breeze was blowing across the open fields, but not hard enough to turn Mr. Squeaky (the 103-yr. old windmill that my children named), and temperatures were holding steady at 70F. The day had come – 2,000 three-year old Christmas […]

“Home”: Watercolor Wednesday

Spending a week or two at my great-aunt and uncle’s farm every summer is one of my fondest memories. Waking up each morning to the sun shining in the upstairs farmhouse window, playing in the open fields, caring for the horses and ponies, and enjoying delicious homemade food made it a little girl’s dream, but […]

Happy Birthday, Mom: Thank You for Being You

Since beginning my writing journey, I’ve wanted to write about two important people in my life – my parents. Today is my mom’s birthday, so what better time to tell you about this special woman. Mom, thank you for being you – this post is for you!   Last evening my family had my parents […]

Seven Days of Black and White: Day 5

Thank you for the nomination, Orla! Seven days of black and white photos. One photo per day, no people, and no explanation. Challenge one new person each day. Today I nominate, Ruth! 📷🙂

Seven Days of Black and White: Day 4

Thank you for the nomination, Orla! Seven days of black and white photos. One photo per day, no people, and no explanation. Challenge one new person each day. Today I nominate, Suzanne! 📷🙂

Seven Days of Black and White: Day 2

Thank you for the nomination, Orla! Seven days of black and white photos. One photo per day, no people, and no explanation. Challenge one new person each day. Today I nominate, Angela! 📷🙂