We should be grateful every moment of every day of every month! Several years ago now, I began using the month of November to demonstrate either verbally or in writing my gratitude to those who have touched my life in some way.…
A Month of Gratitude
The Seasons of Life
Today’s post was written by my mom, Lorraine Strohbehn, a favorite contributor here at Petals from the Basket. She sent it to me today to use at “a later date,” but it was so timely and such a good reminder…
The Final Flight
There are special days that mark milestones in an airline pilot’s career. Of course, the pilot’s first solo flight is worthy of celebration. The first flight as an employee of the airline is also a noted achievement, as is his…
Weekend Hospitality Tip: Of Embassies and Ambassadors
For many years, I read one book a week. Then…I got married. Life happened. Schedules, priorities, and well…everything changed! It’s been good, mind you, but things have changed. Recently, however, I’ve chosen to once again give my love (and yes,…
My Second Year as a First-Time Wife
Today, September 3, 2018, my husband and I celebrated our second wedding anniversary! Last year around this time, I wrote a blog post, “My First Year as a Second Wife,” in which I shared what our first year had been…