A “Karen” Defined

A “Karen” Defined

There is an abundance of “national” days. For example, January 9 is National Static Electricity Day. April 15 is National Glazed Spiral Ham Day, and July 16, National Personal Chef Day, is something I wish I had cause to celebrate but, alas, I do not....
Some Thoughts on Joy

Some Thoughts on Joy

Why is it difficult to live a joyful life? Maybe I should ask why it’s so difficult for me to live a joyful life. Happiness is often defined as an emotion tied to a person’s immediate situation or mood, while joy is deeply rooted and not dependent on...
Good Gifts

Good Gifts

Embroidery floss and a Better Homes and Gardens Junior Cookbook – those were the only disappointing gifts my mom ever gave me. She was determined to fashion me as the perfect homemaker, but I was a messy child who just wanted to have fun. I begged yearly for a Lite...