Words to Ponder for the New Year

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by Mary May Larmoyeux

Hope that you had a wonderful Christmas and were able to spend some time with your family! Once again, some of our grown kids and grandkids came to our house to celebrate Christmas; we Facetimed loved ones who couldn’t be with us. Just like years past, the grandkids made gingerbread  ... read more.

Remembering What Matters Most at Christmas

-by Mary May Larmoyeux– As we count down the days to December 25, I’m reminded to focus on what matters most at Christmas. And this year I can’t help but recall ... read more. 


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If the Stars Came Out

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“If the stars came out only once a year, everyone would stay up all night just to watch,” said poet Ralph Waldo Emerson. Of course, that’s because the display of celestial light ... read more.


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She Liked My T

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 by Mary May Larmoyeux

A few years ago, my then 3-year-old granddaughter pointed to a cross necklace that I was wearing. “I like your t,” she said, not recognizing the cross as ... read more.

A Mount Rushmore Memory

by Mary May Larmoyeux

One of the highlights of last summer was meeting Nick Clifford. When Nick was a young man, he never imagined that one day he’d write a book. That people from around the world,  like our grandchildren, would ask for his autograph and stand in line ... read more.

Does God Still Answer Prayers?

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Early on the morning of Friday, October 6—when Hurricane Matthew was expected to slam the eastern coast of Florida—one of my friends posted  ... read more.

Is It Time for a Marriage Getaway?

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by Mary May Larmoyeux

My husband, Jim, and I have now been married for more than 40 years! There have been lots of ups in downs in life and one thing that I wish we would have done when we first got married was go to a ... read more
 

Ideas for a Grandparent Gift

-by Mary May Larmoyeux- As Grandparents Day nears (September 11, 2016) are you looking for a grandparent gift? Something that uniquely says to the grandparents in your life, “I love you, Grandma and Grandpa. Thanks for all you do!” Here are 15 ideas for a special grandparent gift ... read more.

Are you prepared to fall in life?

- by Mary May Larmoyeux - Not too long ago, a friend’s son went off on a treacherous mountain-climbing expedition. Before he left, he practiced on a smaller mountain with a 60 lb. weight on his back. Later, when his climb actually began, he was strapped to ... read more.

Dolly Parton's Wedding Dress

by Mary May Larmoyeux

Did you hear the news about country singer Dolly Parton? On May 30, 2016, she and her husband, Carl Dean, celebrated  ... read more.

First-Ever National Conference on Christian Grandparenting

by Mary May Larmoyeux

What make grandparents so special? Could it be the wisdom of past years coupled with the understanding of what really matters? A Welsh proverb says it well, “Perfect love sometime ... read more.

Finding Rest

by Mary May Larmoyeux

In today's seemingly out-of-control world, who among us does not feel a need for rest! Not a five-minute snooze, but a down deep sense of calm that all is well within my soul. ... read more.

Fun Ideas: Make a Blessing Book for Dad and More

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by Mary May Larmoyeux

How will you honor the fathers in your life on June 19, 2016—Father’s Day?  I wish my dad were still here so I could express appreciation for the countless things he did for me and our family!

Are you looking for a fun project to do with your kids or grandkids for Father’s Day? Then you  ... read more.

Gifts for the Asking

 by Mary May Larmoyeux

Not too long ago my husband, Jim, and I received a postcard from our internet provider announcing that higher internet speeds were available in our area.  After ... read more.

Memorial Day 2016

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by Mary May Larmoyeux

Each year on Memorial Day, we stop to remember the men and women who died in service to the USA. This year Memorial Day will be on ...
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A Little Thing

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by Mary May Larmoyeux

It's now been several years since my then three-year-old grandchild and I went on a "field trip in honesty." On that day, I intentionally brought her to a store with me to pay what I owed for incorrectly charged items. I explained to the clerk, in front of my grandchild, that I had ... read more.

Special Moments

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by Mary May Larmoyeux

One of my favorite books is Let’s Make a Memory  by Gloria Gaither and Shirley Dobson. “Special moments don’t just happen,” Gloria says, “they have to be planned on purpose!”

She goes on to say, “In this hectic world when the pace at which we all live is so frantic, we as families must... read more.

Mom and I Will Meet Again

by Mary May Larmoyeux

About this time last year, my sweet mom met Jesus face-to-face! I wrote then how my brother, sisters, and I were so blessed to have such a wonderful mother! As our family ... read more.

When a Mom Loses a Child

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A good friend’s son died unexpectedly over the weekend. His life was cut too short too soon. Of course my friend is devastated. Losing... read more.

Let's Make Chocolate Truffles

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 by Helen Austin

Ever since February was designated Heart Month, the Heart Association people have been after food writers to offer recipes for heart-healthy treats. I happened to come across one in... read more

A Fruit of the Spirit Tree

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by Mary May Larmoyeux

My friend Carol told me about a fun activity that she did when her grandkids came for a visit.  They worked together on a... read more.