The Only Thing You Need Today

You mentally run through your to-do list, hoping to get everything done by the time your guests arrive. House clean? Check. Dinner in the oven? Check. Flowers on the table? Check. Fresh dress and apron? Check. They pour into your home, laughing loudly and elbowing each other as they bend low to clear the door frame. You’re doing well–things are …

Thanksgiving | Gratitude | Missing

What We’re Missing on Thanksgiving Day

I roamed the shoe aisle, slightly overwhelmed by the assortment of colors and options. Who knew there were so many decisions involved in picking a shoe? Someone bumped into me as they tried to fit through the narrow box-lined corridor. Gee, I thought to myself. The least they could do is say “excuse me” before running over someone like that. …