Category Archives: Random Ramblings

Random Ramblings: What are the Chances?

One recent evening, my dear husband (mdh) was sitting behind a large, double cab pickup truck at a stoplight.  Suddenly, a car ran the light, and crashed into the truck in front of mdh.  The car turned out to be … Continue reading

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Why God Created the Cat

In honor of my favorite pet–sorry, I do not know who wrote this! Why God Created the Cat Adam said, “Lord, when I was in the garden, you walked with me every day. Now I do not see you anymore. … Continue reading

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Random Ramblings: Joy Comes in the Morning!

In 1992, my maternal Grandmother, Helen, passed away, and I grieved intensely, especially the night before the funeral. The visitation was scheduled an hour before her morning services.  I had hoped to remain calm and collected during it, but I … Continue reading

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Random Ramblings Happy Valentine’s Day

There are two Valentine’s Days that really stand out for me.  Fifteen years ago today was one of them.  That year, on Valentine’s Day my husband, Chuck, woke me extra early.  He surprised me by arranging for my parents to … Continue reading

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Random Ramblings: A New Way to Touch Your Heart for Valentine’s Day!

Happy Valentine’s Day! Growing up, I was surrounded by members of the Greatest Generation:  my parents, their friends, and our extended family.  They were capable and strong, having survived The Great Depression, World War II and the raising of a … Continue reading

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Random Ramblings: Christmas Cherry Salad—or Dessert?!

A Rose by Any Other Name….. When I grew up, the fancy dinners my mom or aunt fixed for birthdays, Christmas or other occasions, often contained salad.  But any preconceived idea you had about what went into a salad would … Continue reading

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Hello Autumn, Goodbye Summer!

My dad grew up on a farm that had been in his family for three generations, located in northeastern Kansas.  In addition to all the normal crops and livestock, the area was full of apple orchards.  The autumn time was … Continue reading

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Our Unsolved Memorial Day Mystery!

For those of you who know me, you may have already heard this true story, if so I apologize. Today is Memorial Day, and because of that, I remember the long-standing tradition my family had of yearly taking flowers to … Continue reading

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Giveaway! Let Your Imagination Soar!!

Fairy Princesses, Sparkling Parties & You!! Once upon a time, did you like imagining, dressing up and pretending?  As a child, I certainly did.  Going hand in hand with that was the idea of a party with my stuffed animal … Continue reading

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Christmas Trees & Giveaway!

As Christmas trees start appearing, I am reminded of the time my young adult Sunday School class took over Christmas decorating of our church sanctuary.  All those years ago, we didn’t have much money for expenses, so we were overjoyed … Continue reading

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