There comes a time when a quarter is no longer just a quarter. I’ve always subscribed to the “Pay it Forward” philosophy. I can do something nice for someone and not ask for anything back but ask the person to, perhaps, do something nice for someone else. There are no set requirements ...

I usually buy too much candy for Halloween. I worry about children being disappointed. I feel I’m one snack-size candy bar away from Halloween chaos. We aren’t concerned about the age of the students knocking on our door. Our philosophy is that a little bit of candy makes everyone feel like ...

The words that instill dread in my husband are “I have a great idea.” He usually responds, “How long will your great idea take me?” As the self-proclaimed idea person, I have faith in my husband’s skills to be part of our team to see things to completion. I’ve thought things out. ...

The exhaustion displayed on the mechanic’s face when I said, “I did an Internet search,” led me to add quickly, “But I know I’m not a mechanic.” Relief showed on his face when he realized I may come armed with questions, but I would still let him do his job. I understand the ...

I am the person in the family who doesn’t enjoy sitting by an outdoor fire ring. It doesn’t matter if it’s a campfire, bonfire or fire pit. I buy all the paraphernalia, but sitting next to a smoke-filled flame makes me want to shower. It doesn’t matter where I sit while enjoying the ...

I’m always confused by people banning books while protesting their freedom of speech on social media. I hear the excuse that it’s about protecting children. (I wholeheartedly agree children need to be protected, so don’t come at me.) Restricting a book, where the original words and ...