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What I Found in a 2 A.M. Shopping Cart (and Why It Matters)

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What I Found in a 2 A.M. Shopping Cart (and Why It Matters)

Every now and then, I find myself wide awake at 2 a.m.—not because I’m weighed down with grief or worry, but because life happens. Travel throws off my rhythm, my mind won’t settle, or I simply can’t coax myself back to sleep. I know I’m not alone. 

Whether your reason for insufficient sleep is body aches & pain, medical anxiety (colonoscopies, anyone?), current events, or even a thunderstorm outside. We can find ourselves awake, staring at the ceiling, or shuffling around in our pajamas in a dark house. 

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From Grief to Gathering: How One Pot of Soup Sparked Sunday Supper Tradition

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From Grief to Gathering: How One Pot of Soup Sparked Sunday Supper Tradition

I’ve always loved entertaining.

When I married my husband—who happened to be the second oldest of eleven children—I quickly became the unofficial hostess for family gatherings. Most of his siblings lived nearby, so birthdays, holidays, and “just because” dinners often meant preparing for 25 or more people.

If you could peek inside the metal cupboards in my basement, you’d see the remnants of those years: neatly stacked dishes in multiple sets, glassware for every type of beverage, and shelves lined with serving pieces collected over time. I’ve never been a paper-plate kind of hostess. And wine, in my opinion, deserves to be poured into something beautiful…

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A New Year Begins: Navigating Transitions with Grace

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A New Year Begins: Navigating Transitions with Grace

The New Year arrives without pause, leaving little time to reflect before we jump into resolutions and fresh starts. But what if we allowed ourselves a moment to breathe? Instead of rushing into unrealistic goals, we can transition with intention—reflecting on the past, setting mindful intentions, and embracing the year ahead with grace. My word for the year is FORWARD. What’s yours?