A Tribute to My Mom by Dianne

A Tribute to My Mom by Dianne

A Tribute to My Mom Two years ago, my Mom was diagnosed with Dementia. Those first few months after her diagnosis, I found myself thinking of her a great deal, especially at night. Mom became a widow in 2009 when my dad passed away with cancer. Being a widow myself, I...
His Created Ones

His Created Ones

HIS CREATED ONES Am I happy that Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog, saw his shadow and that we will have six more weeks of winter—not really! This year we had brisk chilly weather around Christmas and a good snow in January, which was just perfect. In my...
Easy, Nut Cinnamon Rolls

Easy, Nut Cinnamon Rolls

EASY, NUT CINNAMON ROLLS BY LAURA COLEMAN Roll Ingredients: 1, 16 ox package of frozen dinner rolls 1 (3.75 oz) package of butterscotch instant pudding mix 3/4 cup butter 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 3/4 tsp cinnamon (or more!) 1 cup of nuts (or more!) Icing...
Reflections

Reflections

FUNERAL LESSONS I began the year, 2024, attending the funeral of my sister-in-law’s mother. Oddly enough, I began this year, 2025, attending the funeral of a friend’s father. At each one, it was an opportunity to reflect on my own life and just how short it truly is...
Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

APPLE CINNAMON OVERNIGHT OATS INGREDIENTS: 1 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup diced apples 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice) 1 tbsp chia seeds 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey Optional: Chopped nuts or raisins for topping INSTRUCTIONS:In a jar or bowl,...