Holidays

Top Five/Bottom Five: Halloween Treat Edition

I posted a version of this Top Five/Bottom Five THREE whole years ago, which feels like forever in blogger time.

And, since ’tis the season, I figured it was high time we revisited a very…

Halloween, Holidays, Personality Insights, Top Five/Bottom Five
Oct, 21, 2026
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20 Gift Ideas for Men (Recommended by My Husband)

I sat down with my husband, John, and asked for his input on gift ideas for men and… he had plenty of suggestions!

Today’s “guide” is the result.

All of these items are things we own…

Holiday Gift Guides 2026: Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

I know it’s early to be thinking about Christmas.

Also, it’s not early.

The holiday season is barrelling toward us like a freight train and I’ve decided I can stare at it like a deer…

Gift Guide, Christmas, Holidays
Oct, 20, 2026

Happy (Canadian) Thanksgiving

In my part of the world, it’s Thanksgiving.

Gratitude has become a big part of my life over the last few years, and it’s changed how I approach this holiday. Pausing to give thanks feels…

Gratitude, Holidays
Oct, 12, 2026
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Cinnamon Coffee Cake + Unbaked Cherry Cheesecake

Literally months ago a reader asked if I would post details about two of the recipes I mention most frequently here on my blog.

Today is the day!

Growing up, we only had Cinnamon Coffee Cake…

Happiest Thing Friday: Grace for the Outsider

Every Easter, I write about my faith here on the blog. And, every year, I feel nervous!

My life has been changed and I Peter 3:15 says: …always be prepared to answer anyone who asks…

Faith, Easter, Holidays
Apr, 03, 2026
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Christmas 2025 Debrief: What Worked and What I Want to Change for Next Year

Is it too late to post about Christmas? This is clearly a rhetorical question, since this is my blog and I get to choose what I post and I AM going to post about…

Christmas, Holidays
Jan, 21, 2026
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