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“Have a Holly Jolly Christmas. . .”
“It’s the best time of the year. I don’t know if there’ll be snow, but have a cup of cheer. . .” And so the song goes, courtesy of the late great Burl Ives. Remember the snowman on “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” animated special? I was seven years old when I saw it for the…
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2020: On its way out
I am not aware of a single person who would say that this year has been a favorite. I suppose if you had a baby or got married or met the person of your dreams, then it was a good year, but I believe for the vast majority it has been a year that no…
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Talk Show Hosting from Home: Decor Ideas
Talk show hosts such as Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel have been hosting their shows from their homes. I have found these glimpses into their homes and the homes of their guests very interesting. Have you noticed the rustic bohemian look of Jimmy Fallon’s home? The kitchen contains what looks like open cabinets made…
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Things I Can’t Wait to Do
There’s little to do around here these days except for cleaning, fixing meals, surfing the web, doing projects, running to the store when necessary, and talking on the phone or texting. I’ve just about exhausted the projects that I am willing to take on, and having nowhere to donate or store unwanted items makes decluttering…
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We’re in the thick of it now. . .
It’s not fun any more. (Was it ever?) March began with students and teachers excited about spring break. Then spring break was extended for two weeks, then three, then four, and now who knows how long it will be before classes resume? This pandemic has changed everything. Now teachers are charged with providing…
April Coker, Author 