Greetings! …and we’re off! It didn’t take long for Christmas to get into full gear this year, did it? It seems like I just put the last of my Thanksgiving platters back in the china cabinet and already Christmas stockings are hung by the fireplace and social invitations are hung on the refrigerator Continue reading …
Greetings! Summer has officially blown Florida a fiery kiss. The temperature is hot, and the humidity is high. At the end of a sweltering day, I’m often not in the mood for a heavy dinner. On those evenings, a sandwich is just what I’m craving. Two pieces of bread and a yummy filling! Seems easy Continue reading …
Hello! Wow, Wednesday already! Is it really? Why is it that my Monday to-do list isn’t quite finished and it’s already mid-week? Is it just me (can’t be!), or are your to-do lists also seeming longer these days, too? Before we jump into our Wednesday’s reader question, I want to share two updates! Next week Continue reading …
Greetings and Happy Friday! I hope you have plans this weekend that will make it extra memorable for you! My family isn’t much on vigorous entertainment. Any sweat-producing activity won’t likely appear on our weekend radars. However, passive, air-conditioned entertainment is right up our ally! Several months ago our DVD player broke. With all the Continue reading …
Hello! It’s great to connect with you today. Thank you, as always, for dropping by! Of course, it’s Wednesday, so that means Reader Q & A! Today’s question is one you and I relate to. In fact, when I meet someone and they find out what line of work I’m in, they always want to Continue reading …
Five Ways to Shine When Everyone Seems to Be Talking at Once Greetings!Welcome! Thank you for dropping in to visit. It’s always a joy to be with you and I hope your day will be a great one! I always enjoy Wednesdays. I reevaluate my week’s schedule and see how far I’ve come (or not!) Continue reading …
Happy Friday Everyone! Your mom probably told you since you were knee high to her that it was rude to talk with your mouth full. I remind my two boys of this sage advice…again and again. The reason I give is the same one parents for the last five hundred plus years have used: “It’s Continue reading …
Good Monday Everyone! What is the etiquette for common mishaps? We’ve all experienced them, so we can relate to the embarrassment of having spinach caught in our teeth, our zipper accidently undone, or a tag on our clothes sticking up. They’re common calamities that mortify us and cause those with us to feel awkward because Continue reading …
Greetings! Welcome to Friday—Quick Tip Day! Hope that you’re getting ready to enjoy a relaxing weekend and that your to-do list is shorter than your nap time! Here’s a brief McKee family weekend update. Your tips are right below. I’m hosting a sleepover for my youngest son tonight. It’s his first one ever He’s sooooo Continue reading …
Greetings! Yea! It’s Friday! Tonight my sweet husband and I are going on our first date since early December. Yes, I know; it’s been much too long, and that’s not good for a marriage. But for me, finding a good sitter is about as hard as securing front-row seats at a Hannah Montana concert. Finally, Continue reading …
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