We mothers and grandmothers have a heavy responsibility to protect our loved ones from sun damage. “Suffering one or more blistering sunburns in childhood or adolescence more than doubles a person’s chances of developing potentially deadly melanoma later in life.” Skincancer.org How much do you know about skin and the sun? Take this short…
Author: Grandma Grace
Reunion
Have you ever been doing something when time freezes and you sense a spiritual dimension? I had that experience the day before yesterday. Husband and I had driven to a large city in another state to meet with several dear friends we hadn’t seen in a year and a half. We had met them eight…
Decision Fatigue
I’m on Amazon shopping for a gift. After an hour of comparing options, I … shut off my computer in utter overwhelm. I buy nothing because I can’t make up my mind which is the best choice. Decision fatigue affects our ability to choose the best between two options. Especially energy-consuming is choosing between…
Summer Kitchen
Ah, Summer. Sunshine- fleeting in the Pacific Northwest, outdoor activities, family togetherness, and who wants to be in a hot kitchen?! Hope one of these tips helps you spend less time in your kitchen. Here are some small appliances that make my summer easier in the kitchen. Secura Electric Pressure Cooker/slow cooker/rice cooker- this multi-use…
She’s Gone
We were visiting some dear, lifetime friends on Saturday when another old friend knocked on their door. After greetings and hugs, he got a serious look on his face and asked, “Have you heard about Jan?” The four of us stared at him. “No,” one of us answered. He had our full attention as he…
Savoring Beauty
Stop for a minute. Look around you right now. What is beautiful? What can you see that makes your eye linger in delight? What makes you take a deep breath of appreciation? A sigh of contentment? As I sit at my desk in our office/playroom, I can look out one of our living room windows…