The weather is warming up, which means that the miniature golf courses in the Northeast will soon open for the season. Mini golf is something I enjoyed as a child and shared with my own children. It is an activity that almost anyone can participate in and can vary quite a bit from course toRead more
Decorating eggs is an art form. From drawing on eggs with crayons, then dipping in food grade dye, or painting or stamping images on eggs, to the elaborate pysanky creations made using hot wax, it is a process. Like many other traditions, its exact origins are unclear. Aside from actual eggs, one can alsoRead more
There seem to be more deaths lately. I’m not sure if that is true or if I am simply more aware of them. In part, I think it is simply a sign of the times with the aging Baby Boomer population since many are in their 80s and 90s. It seemed to me that theRead more
I have long questioned the whys behind the McMansion neighborhoods in my area, but I am now seeing a new trend that puzzles me more. There are an increasing number of houses being built behind other existing homes. Don’t get me wrong, I understand the desire for a large house, with all possible amenities andRead more
Many of us do it multiple times every day. We kiss good morning, goodnight, hello, goodbye. A kiss comes in many forms: a peck on the cheek, the air kiss, a kiss on the hand, as well as those of a more romantic variety. But, why do we do it? Where did the idea ofRead more
Everyone who has spent time with a small child know how often sentences can start with these words as well as how difficult and uncomfortable the rest of the question can sometimes be. As an avid learner, these sorts of questions sometimes stick with me and I want to explore them further and find theRead more