Our theme this week is Family Reunion Time.  Traditionally these reunions have taken place in the summertime, when relatives gather for small and large gatherings.  My husband’s family gets together the last Saturday of July and this year it was a grand time, as usual.
Begun 27 years ago, when Jim’s uncle started his family tree search and decided to gather the many branches, the reunions have continued annually, even though the originator is gone.  Each year, we seem to have new family members discovering us and sharing information.
Family gatherings, whether they’re annual or more often, help us all realize we’re part of …read more

Even though Memorial Day is celebrated today, instead of on the actual date of May 30, we’ll still see many parades, patriotic celebrations and family gatherings.  Young and old will be watching if they’re not marching.  Some towns hold other festivities and recognition of the men and women who have fought to keep our country free.
When I was a youngster, veterans’ service to our country was well recognized and not criticized as we appreciated being free.  I lived during the years of World War II and knew about black-outs, bomb scares, rationing, scarcity of food, aluminum drives and everyone working together to support the military.
Then …read more

Thanksgiving Ideas
As Thanksgiving approaches, your family is thinking of celebrations and special recipes.  The children (and your Alzheimer’s patient) may be looking for books to enjoy. Check out my list of books with fun, facts, activities and recipes at One Book Two Book. 
Fun & Fact Books for Thanksgiving & Harvest Season
Favorite Thanksgiving Books
Do you have any to suggest?  Favorite books, activities and recipes?