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A few nights ago we had our first eggnog of the season. Although I’m pretty sure it’s available at other times, stores usually prominently display it and we usually only have it during the holidays, and probably more around Christmas … Continue reading →

Today, December 7, is the 81st anniversary of “a date that will live in infamy.” On early Sunday morning of December 7, 1941, the sudden news reports of an attack by a foreign power stunned Americans just as much, if … Continue reading →

Today, December 6, is St. Nicholas Day. Growing up, I never knew much about St. Nicholas Day — I never heard it mentioned by my parents, and obviously, it was never “celebrated.” When Claire was growing up, her family always … Continue reading →

Every year about this time, various dictionaries come up with a “Word of the Year.” Sometimes it’s a completely new word, sometimes it’s a word made up of a combination of other words, sometimes it’s just a new use of … Continue reading →

I know you’ve all been waiting, and it’s again that time of year when I report back to you on how I did with this year’s New Year Resolutions. You’re probably aware that in the past couple of years, I … Continue reading →

Needless to say, today is the first day of a very busy month. December is filled with holiday activities and I’m sure, if your body could stand it, every evening would be filled with activities. December is the 12th (and … Continue reading →

A while back I read an article — I think it may have been by Andy Rooney — that indicated that he’s actually developed an attraction for some some of his possessions. I got to thinking about that and decided … Continue reading →

Today is Rory and Ellie’s birthday. When I talk about them to friends, I alway mention that they are twins. For some reason, twins are just fascinating. I remember when I was a kid I always thought it would be … Continue reading →

There are special people in our lives that never leave us even after they are gone.Scott was one of those people…. my first memories of Scott are of a perfect little kid. Of course a lot of little kids seem … Continue reading →

The holiday of Thanksgiving has a long and often conflicting story throughout U.S. history, but over the years one thing has remained the same — it’s a season of gratitude. In today’s world, it can be difficult to slow down … Continue reading →