Family | Life’s Many Lessons

The Ultimate New Year’s Resolution: Doing Nothing

January 9, 2023 Pat

A new year has begun, and you may already have a short list of habits you would like to break, goals you would like to …

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Is it OK to Be Selfish?

January 7, 2023January 8, 2023 Pat

Do you ever ask yourself, “Is it ok to be selfish?” Do you feel you have a right to make choices that are just for …

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Motherless Daughters

May 19, 2022 Pat

Lately, I’ve been thinking about how we are all someone’s daughters, and some members of this community have likely lost their mothers. Are you one …

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Do You Have a Will?

February 4, 2022 Pat

A topic many people don’t want to deal with right now or maybe never. Yet, a will is essential as it clearly states where you …

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How to Take Your Photos and Display Wonderful Memories

December 21, 2021December 31, 2021 Pat

Photos of family and friends add warmth and personality to our homes. The more public the photo display, the more creative you can be in …

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Have Fun and Enjoy Your Holidays with Less Technology

December 15, 2021 Pat

Holidays can provide us with a fun experience with family and friends. When we are with the people we care for, are we present with …

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Is Peace Possible?

May 8, 2010May 15, 2020 Pat

How do we each create peace in our lives, for the people around us and the world? Do we even think that it’s possible to influence others and establish peace in the world?

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Closing One Year, Opening Another

December 27, 2009September 19, 2022 Pat

My life lesson – reviewing the last year didn’t uncover anything that was overtly exciting or different from what most people experience. Rather I got to evaluate whether I was pleased with my choices or whether I want to add something different in my life. Then I can walk through the door to the next year.

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Make Meal Time Special

March 21, 2009May 15, 2020 Pat

Today’s hurried world puts relaxing and quality mealtimes at the bottom of many people’s life. Most families have two working adults so time is limited and kids are scheduled with all sorts of after-school activities. Technology keeps us busy responding 24/7 to outside stimuli. What about the adult that lives alone…they may not be motivated to make meals special as there is no one to share the bounty.

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Is TV Really Restful?

February 7, 2009May 15, 2020 Pat

There are people who are smart TV watchers. These individuals usually focus more on educational programs. When the show is done, they shut off the TV. They are the minority. A significant percentage of people who watch TV are more like me…sucked into viewing endless shows with nothing to show for it.

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