Tag: Tip of My Iceberg
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What’s In A Name?

My friends Emily and Alex had their little girl three months ago, and because of a crazy busy schedule, I hadn’t had the chance to meet this delightful little bundle of joy. Meeting her was a treat. Even at three months of age, she smiles freely and effortlessly, finding great joy in everyone and everything…
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End Well; Begin Fresh

Graduation season is upon us, and many are finishing up well, whether it be pre-school with caps and gowns for the littles (just a tad overkill if you ask me), finishing up high school, to graduating from college or doing post-grad work. It’s all about ending well and preparing to move on to the next…
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Remember

photo courtesy of Chad Madden on Unsplash Growing up, my sisters and I were part of our local Brownie and Girl Scout troops. It was something Mom encouraged us to do, and being obedient little girls, we entered the scouting program, with weekly meetings, and learning the rules and pledges of the organization. And every…
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Stamp Of Approval

Several of my kids and friends have gotten tattoos. These pieces of body art are significant in what they’ve chosen to permanently ink onto their bodies. I’ve considered getting one in the past; the kids and I have thrown around the idea of a family tattoo. That’s probably not going to happen. What amazes me…
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A Flower By Any Other Name

I’ve had the privilege this year of working with a gal who was not only incredibly bright and talented, but she also had a knack with flowers. At her home in Ohio, she has gardens full of perennials and annuals, brimming with color and shapes that boggle the mind. Her enjoyment of gardening is her…