Kindness Mission

"The full measure of a man is
not to be found in the man himself,
but in the colors and textures that
come alive in others because of him."
- Albert Schweitzer

A Winter Walk

"In winter we lead a more inward life. Our hearts are warm and merry, like cottages under drifts, whose windows and doors are half concealed, but from whose chimneys the smoke cheerfully ascends."- Henry David Thoreau "A Winter Walk"

The Mustard Seed Story

Happy Times with the Family

Any time spent with my family is a good time. Last night my cousin Nancy was in town and I was invited to dinner at my aunt and uncle's house to join in a belated birthday celebration for  her.  It was a happy time spent with my cousins and my aunt and uncle.

Here's my cousin Nancy, the birthday girl herself!

Here's Stefanie with her grandma Mabel.

and Stefanie with her mom, Peggy

Any time I am able to spend with my wonderful Auntie Mabel is a great time. She's my mom's only living sister. We all treasure her presence in our lives so much.

Cousin Dave arrives with the wine!

 
Here's my cousin Ann busy cooking up some delicious food.  She made:
Shrimp and scallops with fresh basil.

Creamy mashed potatoes

steamed asparagus

My uncle had been busy outside bbq'ing yummy steaks.

Time to eat!

After dinner it's Presents for Nancy!

Ann was sure busy. She also baked a delicious
lemon meringue pie!

My uncle and aunt with their three daughters.

Wonderful to be a part of this celebration gathering to say,
 "Happy Birthday Nancy!"

Challenging Jobs

"When we accept tough jobs as a
challenge to our ability and
wade into them
with joy and enthusiasm,
miracles can happen."-Arland Gilbert

Simplicity

"You have succeeded in life when all you really want is only what you really need." 
 -  Vernon Howard

Home

"Every house where love abides
And friendship is a guest,
Is surely home, and home sweet home
For there the heart can rest."
-- Henry Van Dyke