“The spirit of Christmas is the spirit of love and of generosity and of goodness. It illuminates the picture window of the soul, and we look out upon the world’s busy life and become more interested in people than in things.” -Thomas S. Monson Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of you, (including your…

“It’s true, Christmas can feel like a lot of work, particularly for mothers. But when you look back at all the Christmases in your life, you’ll find you’ve created family traditions and lasting memories. Those memories, good or bad, are really what help keep a family together over the long haul.” -Caroline Kennedy I can…

1 “Always reward your long hours of labor surrounded by family.  Nurture their love carefully, remembering that your children need models, not critics. And even if you have failed at all else in the eyes of the world, if you have a loving family, you are a success.” -Og Mandino It’s only two weeks until…

“In my life I have found two things of priceless worth – learning and loving. Nothing else – not fame, not power, not achievement for its own sake – can possibly have the same lasting value. For when your life is over, if you can say ‘I have learned’ and ‘I have loved,’ you will…

a “I think everything in life is art. What you do. How you dress. The way you love someone, and how you talk. Your smile and your personality. What you believe in, and all your dreams. The way you drink your tea. How you decorate your home. Or party. Your grocery list. The food you…

““Love wholeheartedly, be surprised, give thanks and praise – then you will discover the fullness of your life.” – David Steindl-Rast Happy Thanksgiving!

“You don’t love someone for their looks, or their clothes, or for their fancy car, but because they sing a song only you can hear.” -Oscar Wilde

“With my intellect I see cause for nothing but pessimism and even despair. But I can’t settle for what my intellect tells me. That’s not all of it… There are still stars which move in ordered and beautiful rhythm. There are still people in this world who keep promises. That’s enough to keep my heart…

“You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.” -John Bunyan With my personal thanks to all the brave, compassionate people who are stepping forward to help the victims of Hurricanes Ian and Fiona. When the world seems darkest, so many people help for no other reason…