For years I struggled with putting a trip to Walt Disney World on my “must do” list.
That’s a very strange reaction to the “happiest place on earth” from someone who …
Feeling a whole lot ‘country’
One of the “oldies” of country music I love is “I Was Country When Country Wasn’t Cool.” Back when it was a hit, I could identify with most every sentiment …
Wanted: Post-Christmas sleigh and reindeer
I am having a little trouble with Christmas Magic.
Actually, the problem is keeping the Christmas Magic I promote and try to create from my grandchildren (and anyone else who comes …
Age: Just a number?
If you happened to be in a certain Kroger last week while I was there shopping with grandson Gardner, you probably heard that “Gigi is 66.”
No, it’s not my birthday. …
Time to look at Christmas memories
So, you made it through Christmas 2020! I know very few who had a stress-free holiday. I know even fewer who didn’t celebrate differently this year.
Different isn’t always bad or …
Hanging on to that Christmas feeling
Of course Christmas 2020 is a strange one. There has been nothing about this year – especially since March – that has any semblance of normal. Even if you don’t …
The power of children at Christmas
Children not only believe all the fantastic, miraculous aspects of Christmas, they have the power to create some magic of their own.
My grandchildren have certainly done that this year.
First, the …
Understanding the types of Christmas shoppers
There are 16 days until Christmas.
How’s the shopping going?
The answer to that question probably depends on what type of Christmas shopper you are. Basically, I believe there are five types …