Boxing Day: Squished but Merry

“The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s … More

CHRISTMAS DAY

“Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be … More

“Babies don’t come with instruction booklets. You’d learn the same way we all do — you’d read up on dinosaurs, … More

“The soul is healed by being with children.” ― Fyodor Dostoyevsky Funny things my daughter said this week: Dad walks … More

“Christmas, children, is not a date. It is a state of mind. ” ― Mary Ellen Chase This weekend we … More

“No occupation in this world is more trying to soul and body than the care of young children. What patience … More

“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” … More

“I’ve always loved the idea of changing myself, wearing costumes and disguises. It takes you back to being a kid, … More

“With mirth and laughter let old wrinkles come.” ― William Shakespeare, The Merchant of Venice Yesterday we celebrated my Dad’s … More

“Youth fades; love droops; the leaves of friendship fall; A mother’s secret hope outlives them all.” – Oliver Wendell … More