What surprised Alcott the most about her literary success is what touches us the most: Her simple memories of childhood were enough to captivate the hearts and imaginations of generations of women. It is inspiring to remember Alcott’s contribution at this time of year. We seldom appreciate how much power simple gifts really do have to touch our family, friends and our neighbors in need. (more…)

childhood, gifts, memory

What you’ll need:
Large sheet of plain paper
Glue
Safe items (packing peanuts, buttons, leaves, bottle caps, pictures from magazines) that your child can glue onto paper (more…)

collage, imaginations, paper

The next morning, we see Brian achingly stroll to the beach to wash out a pot. But even with his aches and pains, Brian is still on his game. In my very first recap, I said this about Brian:

“There are salesmen and there are very successful salesmen. Those who are very good have superior persuasive skills, are usually very intelligent, have an uncanny ability to adapt and think on their feet, and are able to dig down deep to inspire and motivate themselves. Brian is another of my picks to go very far in this game.” (more…)

camera, family, intelligent

There are those who have the great luck of designing, building and trying out their own kitchen before anyone else.

If a homeowner plans to sell the home, they may decide to design a kitchen that will appeal to a potential buyer and raise the value of the home.

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kitchen, kitchen design, remodeling a kitchen