Twas the day after Christmas and all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. With coffee in hand I stroll quietly about, Surveying the chaos and feeling some doubt… Piles of dishes and glasses, boxes and bows, All the “remnants of Christmas” every Mom knows. The evidence of sugarplums awaits … Continue reading Twas the Day After Christmas
While many of us have Thanksgiving leftovers in the fridge and crumbs still on the floor, this Black Friday supposedly marks the beginning of “the most wonderful time of the year.” Between a late Thanksgiving and the fact that everyone I know feels like the earth is spinning faster than it used to — the … Continue reading Christmas isn’t Always the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
We live in a new culture where traditional social interactions are often discouraged in favor of efficiency. Acts of kindness, respect, and simple acknowledgement of the people around us used to turn into friendships that knit us together. Many normally interactive routines have disappeared in our fast-paced world. We’re not encouraged to casually speak face-to-face with each … Continue reading An eChallenge for eAddicts (and those who love them)