My kids want me to share the Independence Day party that I did for them in my daycare last year. This got me thinking about fun or beautiful parties that I have attended. My mom threw a few great New Years Eve parties for us when I was in high school. One year

If it were not for children, my husband and I would always have a clean house. In fact, having them home from school all week has kept my frustration level high because everywhere I look, I see a mess. Tonight my husband asked me why I was cleaning

It has been very hot here for the past few days but last night it rained and broke the heat. Today I took the children outside to play in the mosquito-free yard and realized that it was a great day for plucking weeds from the moistened flower garden surrounding the foundation of my

All hail the power of Jesus' name! Let angels prostrate fall, Bring forth the royal diadem, and crown him Lord of all; Bring forth the royal diadem, and crown him Lord of all! My fingers pound the exuberant music into the piano keys forcefully, venting all of my frustrations on the

Well, Dear Friends, I am back home! It was so nice to get a chance to visit with friends and family - some of whom I have not seen since my sister Julie's wedding ten years ago! I wish I'd had more time to sit and chat and