So, my sweet brother Troy gave me this beautiful Tiffany necklace a couple of months ago.  Yeah, I know, he’s pretty awesome. :)  Especially since he gave me the matching bracelet several years ago.  On this particular occasion, however, he didn’t have this piece engraved, letting me choose something meaningful.  It took me a while […]

Sometimes the funniest things, or photos in this case, inspire me to write some of the most interesting things.  Today?  Ten things for which I’m thankful.  What are some of your cherished “things?”  Mine: 1. An unfailing God. 2. Supportive parents and family. 3. Loving friends who might as well be family. 4. The best […]

I know it’s not Memorial Day or Labor Day or Independence Day or even Armed Forces Day… but just thought I’d take this opportunity to share this image (and quote!) with you. Taken in Malibu at the lovely Pepperdine campus just weeks ago while in CA for Kristin and Michael’s wedding. If possible today, thank […]

Just a little something to make you smile as you approach this new week… :) Cat Stevens’ If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out is one of my all time favorite songs.  It’s the theme song to one of my favorite movies: Harold and Maude!  Cat sings about following your bliss… Kind of like […]