In all the craziness over the past few weeks I never got a chance to write about Josh Groban’s new album, Harmony. Wait, wait, before anyone rolls their eyes and deletes this post, I promise not to gush over the…
Aglow
Last night, on a whim, we hopped in the car and drove around our neighborhood looking at all the houses adorned with sparkling, twinkling Christmas lights. I didn’t want to go at first—it was already past 5 p.m. (who have…
Sharing The Light
My family’s been staring death in the face a lot these days—on both sides. I guess it’s the year for it; after all, 2020 has pretty much been riddled with death since day 1. Obviously, none of us are a…
Friends With Pens: They Will Find You …
Editor’s Note: If one thing has become clear during these recent historical events in our country, it’s that many people don’t appreciate the concepts of “compassion,” “humility,” “loyalty,” or “solidarity.” A Momma & Her Pen believes wholeheartedly in supporting others…
Nana, We Celebrate You Home
Please, celebrate me home, Play me one more song, That I’ll always remember … … uneasy highway, Traveling where the Westerly winds can fly — Celebrate Me Home (written by Kenny Loggins) Almost a year ago to the day I…
Holiday Traditions, Old & New (Part 2)
“The traditions we create now will be the memories our children cherish in the future.” — Unknown I came across the above quote last night and even though I could find no attribution I’m going to use it anyway because…
Holiday Traditions, Old & New (Part 1)
Traditions are my family’s lifeblood, especially during the holiday season. My husband and I both come from big extended families (mine Polish, his Italian) so it’s no surprise that over the years we’ve assimilated some of these amazing—not to mention…
Friends With Pens: To Rescue A Human
Editor’s Note: If one thing has become clear during these recent historical events in our country, it’s that many people don’t appreciate the concepts of “compassion,” “humility,” “loyalty,” or “solidarity.” A Momma & Her Pen believes wholeheartedly in supporting others…
The Things We Need Most
We all are God’s children, we have to learn to love one another. Just remember they could be us, Remember we all are brothers. — “This One’s For The Children,” New Kids On The Block (written by Larry Johnson/Larry Curtis…
My Merry, Merry Christmas Movie List
You know what’s better than the holly jolly holiday season? Nothing. Not one teeny, tiny, microscopic thing. And it’s finally here!!! Hello, November, you grand and glorious prelude to what I hope will be the merriest of holiday seasons! 🎄…