I’ve already admitted that one of my favorite “guilty pleasures” this time of year is watching the Hallmark Channel’s “Countdown to Christmas” movies. They’re all very similar: sappy, romantic movies with a B-list cast and predictable plot, set against the backdrop of the Christmas holiday season. There are several old favorites that I look forwardRead more about Dear Hallmark Channel: Seriously?[…]

This video from Le Petit Journal features an interview with a young French boy, as he struggles to understand the horrific events that recently transpired in Paris. The father’s calm, comforting words to his son are a beautiful testament to his parenting. When it comes to your children, the best way to fight back againstRead more about Even in the face of Evil, Goodness persists[…]

Spotted while flipping through some holiday mail-order catalogs:  St. Francis has really let himself go.

Last night, a commercial for Campbell’s soup depicted a young boy at mealtime, along with his Star Wars-obsessed dad…and, his other Star Wars-obsessed dad. I thought the commercial was cute, but I knew immediately that there would be people who found it offensive, and point to it as an example of the “gay agenda.” Honestly,Read more about Offensive Campbell’s Soup Commercial[…]

When it comes to coffee, my motto is “The Stronger, The Better.”  I’m happy to report that this year’s Christmas Blend from Starbucks holds up nicely in the “bold and robust” category, rivaling my all-time favorite K-Cups, Revv and Jet Fuel.

Last year when my daughter started high school, we had to adjust to a new bus stop: instead of being located right outside my next door neighbor’s driveway, the high school stop is 1/4 mile away, at the top of our long, steep hill.  No more waiting inside until the last second on a cold,Read more about Bus Stop Bonding[…]

I only post links to videos on this blog that are absolutely “click worthy,” and this one is no exception. It’s from an article on Shutterbug about a fascinating experiment, where 6 different photographers were each given the same subject to capture on film. The twist?  The subject’s backstory was changed for each photographer: one wasRead more about The Photographer as Artist[…]

Today, Pope Francis advised families to turn off their cell phones, televisions and other electronic devices during meal times, and focus on conversing with one another. This seems like common sense to me, so the fact that it’s making headlines and is considered a bold and revolutionary idea is surprising.I agree with the Pope’s adviceRead more about Keeping Family Meal Times A “No Tech” Zone[…]

Remembering all who have served and sacrificed to protect our country’s freedom and ideals, including this brave young Navy man:. Thanks, Dad.