National Women’s History Month 2021

National Women’s History Month 2021     Who is Zerna Sharp? She was an American educator and book editor who created characters and the concept for the “Dick and Jane” series for beginning readers.  She was criticized for the stereotypical content of the stories.  I,...

Gardening Never Goes Out of Style

My Mother and older sister have always told me that my Dad had a greenhouse behind our house in  Hammond, Indiana.  I have no memory of it because I was 6 months old  when we moved from Hammond to La Porte, Indiana.  Our new house was on a  little over an acre of...
Let’s All Go Outside

Let’s All Go Outside

Oh, the weather outside in Southern California is delightful.  Are you ready to go outdoors for some fresh air and a dose of Vitamin N (Nature). Maybe you could even splash about in your waterproof boots in the much needed rain. I walk every morning.  Being outdoors...
Evolving After Graduation 2020

Evolving After Graduation 2020

Congratulations to all 2020 college graduates.  You’re ready for the adult world.  Will you continue your education?  Will you get a job?  Time for some essential decisions to be made.   My GrandAngel aka Granddaughter, a recent college graduate, informed me that she...

Alternative Graduation Memories

My memories of high school and college graduation ceremonies are vivid.  Feelings of pride and anticipation of the unknown future will stay with me forever. Graduating seniors of 2020 will not have those same traditional memories.  Therefore, they won’t walk on a...
Memorable Photography Explorations

Memorable Photography Explorations

    Are you in the planning stages for your holiday celebrations? Creating dazzling photographs is a fun activity for the whole family or with your friends and colleagues.   TIP:  Find a service that makes 4” x 4” prints for your place settings or gift giving.   I...