Uncategorized Wish List December 13, 2016

My inspiration for today’s post is from a “wish list” I happened to see from a very special high school senior. She wrote down personal goals and the direction that she wanted to go in the New Year. At first, I thought it was going to be a Christmas wish list of gifts….Apple watch, running...

3 Ways to Celebrate All Saints-All Souls Day November 1, 2016 in Faith, Family, Traditions, Uncategorized

Today dear readers, I’m going to give it to you straight. We really have no idea how much our loved ones need our prayers. I’m afraid that our culture is moving away from the need of masses, prayers and sacrifices. We are caught up...

The “Healing” Power of Dogs October 11, 2016 in Uncategorized

This past week I had the privilege of speaking before the National Veterinary Associates who held a conference here in Buffalo. An established relationship with a friend that I met during our active years at the Junior League of Buffalo, Bethany Botzenhart who knew...

Oh Canada! 10 Things I Learned About You Montreal! August 30, 2016 in Uncategorized

Folks, it’s hard for me to admit this but I will…I’ve lived in Buffalo all of my life and have never visited Montreal and Quebec City. What the heck is wrong with me? Why not get the feel of Europe without the going to...

The Family October 27, 2015 in Faith, Family, Uncategorized

  EPISODE 6. The Family. Guest Katie Sieben. Click Here:   The family is really the core of society and human existence. When the family goes so does society. There are a few things that can contribute to a closer more united family. 1....

When Pumpkin Meets Banana September 25, 2015 in Entertain, Fall, Family, Uncategorized

Beware. Pinterest is especially tempting and captivating with fall decor and recipes. Riveting. One monster snack, caramel apple pops, and pumpkin recipe at a time.      While, most of us are copying ideas, I have a daughter who has invented a pumpkin meets banana...

It’s Only A Shirt September 10, 2015 in Entertain, Faith, Uncategorized

     It was only a dinner yet the night was just beginning.       Recently, there was an announcement in our church bulletin that Father Joe was hosting a wine pairing dinner at the Phoenix restaurant for a set price. It would...

One is Silver and the Other Gold August 31, 2015 in Faith, Family, Traditions, Uncategorized

      We are all familiar with the childhood song “Make new friends but keep the old, one is silver and the other gold.”  I found myself singing it a few times over this past weekend. You see as much as I enjoy...

The Comfort Zone August 25, 2015 in Chautauqua Institute, Faith, Uncategorized

         Maybe the timing of this blog is off. But the message isn’t. It’s the end of the summer. School is approaching. Money is tight. Stress is in the air. Schedules need to be made. The last thing you are thinking...

Just A Summer Job? August 16, 2015 in Faith, Family, Uncategorized

Why did Natalie care so much about this little summer job? I now know why…Natalie’s life is her message to the world. Make every second, every opportunity count.      There is No Such Thing As Just A Summer Job      Of course...