Let's face it, Christmas is a buzzword that brings up every emotion possible. Music directors have already tested and are tweaking their formats for the impending switch that will be happening, well tomorrow if Costco had their way. I just think you have to have a turkey before any stocking get hung. Unlike my friend Brittany in Jacksonville, Florida who puts her tree up the day after Halloween. Self care is the real buzzword that has has us this year so when you think about that plus Christmas or Hanukah what does it sound like? There's your homework and maybe a hashtag. Since so much is being done online maybe you can be that person that yes, celebrates the holidays but provides the best support and options so this year does not pass by in a 'what just happened" burr. That would be a memorable way to head into the New Year and theres time to plan that strategy right now. How cool! Go for it.

It started with a Facebook post: "what should I do with my kids old VHS tapes?" I had over 20 years of memories in a storage bin, like Snow White, Cinderella, and Veggie Tales VHS tapes, still in their well loved and worn cases. I remember where each tape came from: a ...

Pumpkin spice seems to be the determining factor on the arrival of the fall season. What happened to back to school and football season? Anyway, it's easier to create a list of something that has not hopped on the Pumpkin spice bandwagon. I wasn't expecting pumpkin ...

All grown up! AuCo is a young woman that became a part of our family when she became sadly estranged from hers. After finishing her day at university, we were able to provide her with support, and a place to have dinner, which we did nightly. She folded into the ...

Complimentary hot motel breakfast bars offer great people watching during summer vacation. Families show up early, fully dressed for a day of fun; others drift in wearing pajamas, barely making it as the food gets cleared away. Oatmeal, yogurt, apples, hard boiled ...

Lake Fontana is the birthday destination spot I've been taking my oldest girl, Haylee, to for years. We stay in the Smoky Mountains at a sweet spot that offers refurbished cabins and an amazing peaceful atmosphere. We usually bring our favorite foods, take a few hikes, ...

The Royal Wedding was so good, we are still talking about it a week later. Prince Harry and Megan Markel's magical day had so many unique details, I can barely keep up with them all. One immediate question I had was regarding who will make a copy of Meghan's wedding ...

The Apple store in my mall is always packed with people touching keyboards, can somebody get me some sanitizer?? With the consistent closing of storefronts, I'm amazed when I do go to the mall (rarely) and I see people all ages shopping and carrying bags with ...

The cliche spa gift for mom is just that: a regular cliche, and something she should be doing for herself anyway. Hello self-care, I love that you entered into our stream of consciousness! Being mindful and taking care of yourself consistently is the right message, ...

"School bus driver braids hair every morning for a student who lost her mother." This is a bittersweet story to share, but will really reach a woman-centered audience. I choose this story any day because I know my demo will connect with it over a gossipy, evergreen ...