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 Seasons of Life
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…
Recipe: “Come on Over” for CJ’s Chicken
Chicken. Everywhere. Seriously. Thanks to a couldn’t-pass-it-up sale at Rentown Store in Northern Indiana during a recent visit to see my mom, there are packages of boneless, skinless chicken breasts on nearly every shelf of the freezer in our garage.…
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,…
You’re sacrificing to go; we’re sacrificing to send you!
This post will most likely be filled with disclaimers. So let me start with one right from the get-go. I am not writing this post in response to anything or anyone specific. It’s been on my mind for many months,…