Celebrating You

 It's April - No Fooling! “Christos Voskrese!” (Christ has risen)- a phrase my mother would say each year as the Easter season approached. Growing up in the loving home of a Slavic mother and a Polish father, Easter was uniquely celebrated in our home. We would…

 March-ing into Spring! Welcome to March, a month of renewal and vibrant change here in the Lone Star State! Each Spring we’re greeted by a stunning sight that brings a sense of pride to every Texan’s heart—the blooming of the Texas bluebonnet. These striking…

 Feb-you-ary be mine! Pablo Picasso once said “Love is the greatest refreshment in life.” With the new year at our back, it’s time to turn our minds to the tradition and spirit of February - Love! Love, whether romantic, familial, or plutonic, plays an…

A Jan-tastic Start January offers a clean slate—a canvas to be painted with our aspirations and actions. The start of the year is not just a time to reflect on past resolutions but a chance to adopt a new mindset. This year instead of focusing solely on personal change,…

Decem-brrrr  As December fills our homes with twinkling lights and the sweet scent of pine, we are reminded that the true meaning of Christmas isn't found in the gifts we receive, but in the ones we give. "It’s better to give than to receive" is more than a familiar…

Thanks-Give-vember!  November immediately sparks thoughts of turkey dinners and side dishes galore. Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving or both, you will soon experience the warmth and power of gratitude.Recently our family had the opportunity to deepen…

October Odyssey!  IT’S FALL Y'ALL!! In our house, October is a month marked by cooler weather, football games, imagination, sweet treats, and let’s not forget, pumpkin everything! There’s pumpkin lattes, pumpkin cereal, pumpkin laundry detergent, and the ever…

Remember Remember the Fall of September!  Fall is a time when the days begin to shorten and the crisp smell of fall fills the air. As Texans, the color changing of leaves and cool autumn breezes may be foreign to us, but even still, September marks the beginning of a…

Augustly Awesome!  August is a season filled with new expectations for families; as they find their first day of school outfit, meet new teachers, and for some, say goodbye as the college years begin. The nervous excitement that comes with the first day of school…

Fourth-tastic Fireworks and Fun!  July brings the thrill of Independence Day celebrations nationwide. As America celebrates its 248th year of independence, let’s celebrate as only Texans can, with the largest fireworks and the BBQ possible! As we gather to reflect on…

Sun and Fun: June's Begun!  June is here, and for Texans, that means taking time to escape the everyday routine and enjoy our beautiful state! What better way to kick off a month of summer than with a day off outdoors with the men whose title inspired a holiday; our…

As May begins and Mother’s Day nears, I find myself reflecting on the boundless and unwavering grace of a mother's love. As a mother myself, I have lived the miraculous joys of motherhood and am grateful for the remarkable woman who has shaped my very being with her…