The Pay-It-Forward Plate

Today I'm grateful because last week was so rewarding. On Tuesday, I took a plate of Pecan Puffs to my Baristas at Starbucks. When they tried to return the plate, I told them no, that it's a pay-it-forward plate, which meant that one of them could use it to treat someone else to a kindness from their kitchen. The cookies, which came off of this plate, were a huge hit, so I imagine that one of those baristas will take the plate home, wash it up good, and fill it with some other favorite tastes-like-Christmas delicacy. 

All Cried Out

Today as I prepare to talk about friendships for an afternoon Tea I'm keynoting, my brother Mark's memory hangs heavily on my heart. 

Isn't he the most debonair Santa Mipps with that beard?

Dancing The Holiday Hustle

It's almost December; ready or not, here come the holidays.

PPBF: Top Notch

Today I'm grateful for the close of another incredible week; Wednesday night we were treated to this brilliance on an overnight with our friends in Waelder, TX that we hadn't seen in several years.

PPBF: Just Snow Already!

Happy November; if you're in WI, this may be what you experienced this week. In Texas, we've been enjoying cooler temps and crisp, dryer air.

PPBF: The Leaf Thief

Today I'm excited about having nothing on my calendar, which means I've got time to write, time to relax, time for a long, refreshing walk.