Veterans Day…a day we honor veterans of the armed forces; a day we honor the duty, sacrifice and service of America’s veterans of all wars. To those who have served we thank you. You protect us and our country, keeping us safe as we go about our daily lives. Your sacrifice not only includes the […]
Saint Patrick’s Day Facts….Just For Fun Trivia
No money-saving tips here, just some fun St. Patrick’s Day trivia you can share while drinking green beer or eating a traditional Irish meal…
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day! I actually wrote this piece a couple of years ago. But since the message remains the same, I thought I’d share it again. Oh, one thing has changed in the last two years and that is, I love my son even more. Being a mom has been the biggest blessing of my […]
One Very Simple Way You Can Help the Homeless
I have very mixed emotions when it comes to those experiencing homelessness in our city. And it’s not just Colorado Springs that has a large number of homeless people because it is a national problem. I personally want to help those I see in need but at the same time, I don’t want to hand over money […]
Women Uniting…The Next Generation #NeverAgain
As Women’s History Month draws to an end, I thought it only fitting to feature a few young women who are making history right now. Women who I believe will be considered heroines for generations to come. They weren’t elected leaders, politicians, or CEO’s of big companies. They weren’t known as activists. They were “just” […]
Women Uniting…And Changing the World
As we celebrate Women’s History Month I have written about the Women’s March 2017 and the #MeToo Movement as two recent history-making moments. But long before these events occurred, women were making history and making our world a better place. From 570 BCE to present day, here’s a look at some of the fearless women […]
Women Uniting…#MeToo
Every 98 seconds, someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted. Women, men, and our precious children. Every 98 seconds. 17,700,000 women have reported a sexual assault since 1998. As I said last week, in honor of Women’s History Month, I’m writing a piece each Sunday, honoring how strong we women can be. Over the past […]
Women Uniting…One March at a Time
This month is Women’s History Month, which was designated by the US Congress in 1987, and creates a special opportunity in our schools, our workplaces, and our communities to recognize and celebrate the often-overlooked achievements of American women. Each year the National Women’s History Project chooses a theme. This year they chose a theme that […]
Goodwill’s Possibilities…..A New “Town” in Town
In May, Goodwill Industries of Colorado Springs launched a first-of-its-kind life skills program for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities called Possibilities, and it’s not just the first-of-its-kind program in Colorado, we’re talking about it’s the first kind of program like this in the entire United States. And let me tell you, it is AWESOME!
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – And What It Means
Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day and as I was about to write something about the day, I came across this article written by Coretta Scott King. Coretta Scott King was the wife of Martin Luther King Jr., an activist, civil rights leader, and American author. After reading her own words, well, there was […]
Do Goodwill CEO’s Make Millions While Paying Disabled Employees Pennies An Hour?
If you follow my website you know that I’m a huge supporter of non-profit organizations, consignment and thrift stores and even garage sales. I personally am a huge fan of our local Discover Goodwill stores and feature makeover contests every month with shopping trips to our local stores. I shop there for clothes, household goods, […]
Mountain Shadows…Heavy Hearts For The Many Losses (And Gratitude For What Was Saved)
It was with much trepidation that my husband and I made our way to the Mountain Shadows area Sunday morning where I own a second home that I lease out, to see what, if any, damage had been done by the Waldo Canyon Fire. The following is an account of this heartbreaking day.
Discover (Or Rediscover) Colorado Springs
Hope you get the book, have some fun exploring and get out of the house….take time to enjoy life, even if you’re on a budget!
2017 Farmers Market Schedule
I love summer! I love the sun and heat, spending time in my garden, listening to the birds, and just feeling energized from the sun after months of snow and cold. And, as I’ve mentioned numerous times, I love grilling and spending time on our back deck with a bottle of wine and whatever critters […]
Discover Goodwill’s 2017 Annual Dinner-Meet Some Very Special People & And Some Fun on the Red Carpet
Earlier this week I attended my very favorite yearly event, which is the Discover Goodwill’s Annual Dinner. This was my fifth year to attend and as always, it was an extraordinary evening, honoring four very amazing individual award winners. Four individuals who are just a teeny tiny example of how Discover Goodwill literally changes lives for […]
Ten Years Ago on St. Patrick’s Day…
Ten years ago today, a handsome man dressed in a suit and tie, showed up at my door for a first date. (I mention the suit and tie because I appreciate when someone “dresses” for the occasion.) Though we had chatted on the phone and communicated online, we had never actually met in person. I […]
Valentine’s Day…How Much Do You Spend? Do You Celebrate?
Spending averages, the origins of Valentine’s and much, much more!
Super Bowl Fun Facts & Trivia
My husband is a huge football fan and I am not. We both look forward to football season though. On football “days” I know my hubby will have his cute butt plopped in a chair for pretty much most of the day, while I will have my equally cute butt (wearing comfy sweats) in bed reading. It […]
Resolutions…Broken Yours Yet?
We’re into the second week of the new year and if you made any New Year’s Resolutions, chances are you’ve already broken most of them. Statistically only about 8% of us actually keep them. Which is why I personally don’t make any. Some of the top resolutions made each year include: Enjoying life to the […]