Celebrating You

February Feels! February arrives wrapped in roses and ribbons, storefront windows blushing red and pink, as if love itself only blossoms for a single kind of story. We’ve been taught to reserve our biggest expressions of tenderness for romance, to measure devotion in…

Resolution Revolution! Growing up in Ohio, nothing thrilled me more than waking up to the world transformed by fresh snowfall. I’d watch as the snow piled high, soft and untouched. I’d rush outside, bundled up and ready to explore. With each step taken, snowmen and…

Resting Grinch Face! As decorations go up, one house in my city becomes a beacon of joy. Covered from rooftop to walkway in lights, its glow can be seen from blocks away. Families drive past, children’s faces pressed to frosty car windows, as onlookers take it all in. It…

Leaves Are Falling, November’s Calling! 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…

Oh My Gourd, It’s October! The world is changing at an ever-increasing rate. Each day, something that wasn’t there before is now at the center of our thoughts and conversations. Our collective spheres of influence become more intricate as communication and reach spread,…

Slay-tember! Labor Day marks the unofficial close of summer, a time when we pause to honor the value of work and the dignity of those who labor. As I sit with my morning coffee and watch the light peak above the horizon, I’m reminded that even in our busiest seasons,…

August-ly Amazing! For all the teachers who inspire world changers:What Is a Teacher?What is a teacher? What do they do?They help little me’s grow into big you’s!They welcome you in with a big, happy grin,And say, “Come on in! Let the learning begin!”They teach you…

Grill, Chill and Ju-ly! As a little girl, I ran barefoot through the backyard, mason jar in hand, squealing with delight each time a firefly blinked its golden light. The thrill of chasing something that felt uncatchable only added to the magic. Now I watch my grandchildren…

Let the June Times Roll! June has always held a special kind of warmth. Welcoming longer summer days, the warmth of June for me, and maybe for you, comes in the form of a father’s love. Fathers come in many forms. Some are stoic, their love measured in actions. Early…

 It's Gonna be May🎶 May is a month of nature awakening, reminding us of the faithfulness that makes all things new. The soft petals of spring flowers, the warmth of the sun stretching into longer days, and the sweet songs of birds returning home—all serve as a…

 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…