Today I'm feeling troubled by a news story that's been circulating for some weeks now. In at least one of our nation's most prestigeous institutions of higher learning the administrators are doing away with late fees for library books. The reason - it…
It's been documented there is a lower percentage of heart attacks in the summer. But it means using common sense, when it comes to engaging in physical activity in the heat. Today's blog is a simply a public service health announcement…
"Sometimes superheroes reside in the hearts of small children fighting the big battles." Today is Shout Out Day for a young boy who hopes to find a solution to his medical challenges. He has bravely faced more obstacles than any child…
“There is a LIGHT in this world...We sometime lose sight of this force...Then suddenly, the spirit will emerge through the lives of ordinary people who hear a call and answer in extraordinary ways.” ― Richard Attenborough Lewis and Lorrae Moon…
Drinking a daily cup of tea will surely starve the apothecary. ~Chinese Proverb Two ladies, Jennifer Stagner and Kim Thompson, tag themselves as "A Touch of Tea." They're the providers behind the lovely refreshments served at the book signing for…
"Simplicity and repose are the qualities that measure the true value of art." ~ Frank Lloyd Wright It's time to share a good news story! How many of you have read The Giving Tree to your child? It's one that I…
"The day the Lord created hope was probably the same day he created spring." ~ Bern Williams Every year when spring arrives on the calendar I hope there will be a steady waltz forward of increased sunshine and warmth. My optimism…
"I'm a yarn spinner whose goal is to convey simple messages through character-driven stories." ~ Sue Batton Leonard, award-winning author
"Never estimate the power of a woman with a sewing machine." ~ Unknown A few weeks back I had the pleasure of presenting "Sew the Heart" to the Yampa Valley University Women, a diverse group of ladies. Like myself, many are not natives…
"All his life he tried to be a good person. Many times, however, he failed. For after all, he was only human. He wasn't a dog." – Charles M Schulz (cartoonist, "Peanuts") If you've ever enjoyed a deep, long-lasting relationship with…