After each set of children has completed their morning task, they get some play time. If we’re having a sunny day, we often ...

“Gloria, the way it sounds we have another carry-in to plan,” Eunice said to me. We were sitting side by side on hay bales on the trailer as we headed out for an evening of Christmas caroling. Eunice ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whew, what a day! Hundreds of faces I did not know, along with many I did. If you happen to be one who enjoys crowds, it may be of ...

Graduation day was one I looked forward to, but with a keen sense of sadness. How is one supposed to feel when your baby girl ...

A Special SupperWhen Mom first told me about the supper they planned to attend at my Uncle Paul's house in Worthington, Indiana, I didn't think that much about it. Paul was a special uncle though. I ...

The author recounts a spontaneous camping trip with her children in a chestnut grove. The family enjoyed simple pleasures like s'mores, storytelling and chasing fireflies. The author reflects on the ...

When I was young, I mean before the responsibilities set in that I now find on my plate, my sewing machine and I would spend many happy hours together. I ...

“Yes, let’s do it … but then we’re going to have to wait until after they’ve left. Do you know what color paint they planned to use? Do they have the needed materials there?” Though I wasn’t ...

Experiencing only good things in life would diminish their value and significance. Difficult experiences and challenges provide opportunities for growth and appreciation of joy. Finding solace in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Birthdays are a big thing at our house, and with six children, they keep rolling around and around.For me, birthdays have their ...

Yesterday was a nice sunny day to wash laundry. It was windy but with the sun it made the towels dry soft and fluffy. I have ...

Birthdays are a big thing at our house, and with six children, they keep rolling around and around.For me, birthdays have their own way of bringing back memories of bygone years. When the children ...