“Sometimes when I consider what tremendous consequences come from little things . . . I am tempted to think . . . there are no little things.” author and advertising executive Bruce Barton “Little hinges swing big doors.” W. Clement Stone Eight years ago we were sitting at…
Author: Grandma Grace
5 Ways to Kick a Bad Mood
Lately, I’ve had to do battle with a sour mood. You know the feeling. Little and big things just aren’t going as well as expected. Discouragement raises its nasty head, doubts take a bite out of your resolve, that technology you need to master eludes your old brain, so many things to be done, but…
How to Avoid Sun Damage
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…
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…