When Valentine’s Day Isn’t The Same
Valentine’s Day symbolizes love and hope for the future. But sometimes, after we’ve lost someone special, it can be difficult to enjoy this day. And this is thoroughly understandable. If you’re thinking of someone who is no longer with you today, try to remember the special Valentine’s Days you did get to share together. Try [...]
Christmas 2011
On this Christmas evening, I’m sitting with my family all relaxing together after a memorable day and eve. We’ve shared wonderful food, delicious desserts, fun gifts and so much laughter our sides hurt. There is something about spending time with my family when we goof around with each other, making each other scream and double-over [...]
Veterans Day 2011 – 11/11/11
On Veterans Day I have the great honor of remembering all the wonderful people in my life who have served in the United States Military both here and abroad. I think of my Dad, who served in the Army in France during the Korean War, my one Uncle who was a Marine in the Pacific [...]
We, the Patriots
Whenever I think of this holiday, the 4th of July, I prefer to think of the additional title it holds…Independence Day. I have many fond memories of this day in years past. I also think of the movie “The Patriot” with Mel Gibson, as he encouraged his neighbors to fight together for their freedom. I [...]
Memorial Day 2011
In anticipation of Memorial Day this year, I did a little research to find out exactly how many families have paid the ultimate sacrifice of sending their loved ones off to war, never to return to them. I was amazed at the huge numbers of deaths, especially during World War I and II but had [...]
