How to make the best cup of coffee

June 22, 2026
☕ I love me a good cup of coffee! But what do the experts say about what the best cup of coffee entails? I did some research. Now, let me go on record and say I do not follow these directions entirely or even mostly. But they're good to know, because hey, one day? I just might take it a bit more...

hard on yourself

December 20, 2012

Something’s systemically wrong in America

December 19, 2012
Something is wrong in the U.S. of A.  and we’re too busy waving flags at soldiers  to do anything about it.  I wrote that after the Connecticut murders and...

Gifts that cost nothing

December 18, 2012
Here's a gift that doesn't cost a cent: a compliment. It surprises me how few times we think of saying something nice to another. Making someone feel good...

Art of Shaving – best gifts for man who has everythin

December 17, 2012
What gifts would be appropriate for men who have everything? That's a serious question. Sure, there’s a tie (does anyone wear them anymore?), a sweater or shirt, a...

Snippets

December 16, 2012
What people in my world are saying to meI think that I understand the concept of "spin", and I know that I understand  the 1st Amendment, but...According to the Web...

Warming others with the light of our love

December 16, 2012
What happens when you visit with your parents? You talk, right? You talk about what you're doing, what they're doing, what others are doing. If you're lucky enough...

When will we ever learn?

December 15, 2012
Babies died yesterday.  Little children. Sweet little kindergartners. Our nation is grieving. There is so much to say. But it's all been said so many...

A hot and spicy Feliz Navidad!

December 14, 2012
Feliz navidad!I can only imagine how bunches of these red and green peppers have the starring role in wreaths and other holiday decor in the Southwest and how many...

Tips for a stress-free holiday

December 13, 2012
No family this holiday? Connect with loving friends.* The winter holidays sound great, don't they? Surrounded by loving family, we make and consume lots of food and...

Dog’s view of a visit to the vet: by Riley

December 12, 2012
Looks like I'm smiling, but I'm actually hyperventilating. What would a dog write about his trip to the vet? Riley wrote today's blog post:I'm at the vet for my...

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