Meow!

A day in a life. “Such is life today at Chez Bernard.” Observations and a charming, quasi-lament by Lynda Bernard.

Feeling Sure: I’M COOKED!

But instead, another reason for us to feel grateful. It’s so important to support our local businesses… just the way they support us!! Giving thanks for Flying Point Appliance Repair Saving the Day!

Gram's rule: NO phones turned on.

Ah, the joys of interacting with our grandchildren… with no devices. “I think we had a good time.” A Life Short by Lynda Bernard.

Freedom is Never Free.

We thank our Veterans, past and present, for protecting our freedoms.

A Charming Account of Coming of Age.

Growing up, “I feared each thunderstorm was the beginning of my eventual march to hell for all of my unknown misdeeds.” By Angela Rieck.

Change.

An aversion to change has potential to result in missed opportunities. A Life Short and lesson by Lynda Bernard.

Take at Your Own Peril.

Lessons in Marriage. A discussion of, “Is My Husband a Doormat? How a personality test changed our marriage.” Good stuff! By Sandra Novick.

There's something special about September.

Mallomars. Come September, demand explodes--supermarkets can't keep them on the shelves! A memory, by Sandra Novick.

24 Years. Still Our Hearts Ache.

We Will Never Forget...You. Poignant and heart wrenching words from Catherine Hernandez in 2008. So much of our country's story is told here. Indeed, we must never forget.

Imagining…

I can’t help but imagine what life would have been if he had not died. It was long ago and like yesterday at the same time. By Angela Rieck.

The Sounds and Scents of the Seasons.

“Each season has its own scent and soundtrack. I can close my eyes, ignore the temperature and know what season it is by these sounds and the scents.” By Angela Rieck.

Most Important Relationships

Going back to the earliest times, women depend on their relationships with their closest friends. “Girlfriends are essential when life goes sideways.” By Angela Rieck.