Family

December 25, 2012
Christmas in 1952: Tragical to Magical

Christmas in 1952: Tragical to Magical

March, 1952. ALL the Anderson children, upon arriving home from Mama’s funeral. If you notice, we all attended. There was no question that I at 5, […]
December 23, 2012
Happy Holidays from the O’Connors: 6 Gifts to 7 Children

Happy Holidays from the O’Connors: 6 Gifts to 7 Children

Happy Holidays from the O’Connor Family to Yours! The birth of my son Jesse Joe has changed my perspective on life, my family and mostly my […]
December 19, 2012
A White Christmas in Finland

A White Christmas in Finland

Christmas in Finland Bing Crosby sings “I’m dreaming of a White Christmas . . . Just like the ones I used to know.”  I love that […]
December 13, 2012
Journey Mercies . . . I BELIEVE in Christmas

Journey Mercies . . . I BELIEVE in Christmas

Journey Mercies . . . I BELIEVE in Christmas Just when the air turns colder and the days shrink into darkness, the Christmas season arrives.  It […]
December 10, 2012
Who Will Watch the Home Place?  Preserving Your Family Legacy

Who Will Watch the Home Place? Preserving Your Family Legacy

About a year ago, my grandson Alex loaded a bunch of new music on the little iPod I use at the gym.  I was working away […]
December 3, 2012
“Just Making Sure” . . . Why Christmas Cards Matter

“Just Making Sure” . . . Why Christmas Cards Matter

“Just Making Sure” . . . Why Christmas Cards Matter There was a greeting card some years ago, which showed Winnie the Pooh and Piglet walking […]
November 19, 2012
Reflecting on Friendships: Thankful for Pat

Reflecting on Friendships: Thankful for Pat

Reflecting on Friendships: Thankful for Pat I never imagined that I would become a fourth generation Funeral Director; I guess my crystal ball was in the […]
November 2, 2012
Richard and Becky – A Love Story in Michigan

Richard and Becky – A Love Story in Michigan

Keweenaw Via www.neilharriphotos.com   Richard and Becky – A Love Story At the end of every summer we make the long road trip with our two […]
October 31, 2012
Halloween at Home: How to Have a Memorable Halloween!

Halloween at Home: How to Have a Memorable Halloween!

My brother & I dressed up as Scully & Mulder from The X-Files. We had the BEST costumes! Thanks Mom! Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday. […]