by Elaine McAllister | Feb 26, 2023 | Elder Care, Family, Generational Storytelling, Ghostwriting, Grandparenting, Life, Mini-Memoirs, Traditions, Words Have Power, Writing
As I write this, the sunshine outside my office window is beckoning. “Come…come enjoy my warmth,” it seems to say. With the Kansas weather being so ever-changing, it is indeed tempting, but I will pause first and write a note. It’s been a busy...
by Elaine McAllister | Aug 12, 2022 | Celebrate Grandparenting, Family, Friends, Grandparenting, Life, School, Traditions
It’s that time of year! Back-to-school pictures are all over social media; kids sporting this year’s favorite outfit, brand-spankin’-new shoes, and nifty backpacks. Front doors of homes across the country are plastered on social media with kids...
by Elaine McAllister | Aug 7, 2022 | Celebrate Grandparenting, Family, Grandparenting, Traditions
A favorite family memory is a well-planned summertime adventure we’ve referred to as Gram Camp or Cousin Camp. Joining me on our first such adventure was my husband, his sister, and her husband; four adults with five grandkids (second cousins) between 3-8 years old....
by Elaine McAllister | Dec 25, 2020 | Celebrate Grandparenting, Christmas, Creches, Faith, Family, Friends, Life, Pandemic, Prayer, Reflecting God, Thankfulness, Traditions, Trusting God
Merry, Merry, Merry Christmas Everyone! Today is the final post of my Christmas Creche Countdown and I have a beautiful new creche to share on this Holy holiday! And, yes, this was my splurge of the season. You already know I prefer 75-cent price tags – or $2...
by Elaine McAllister | Dec 24, 2020 | Christmas, Creches, Faith, Family, Friends, Life, Reflecting God, Traditions, Trusting God
Day 24…It’s Christmas Eve! Only one more post coming (after this one) in my 2020 Christmas Creche Countdown! I have truly enjoyed this ‘exercise’ in writing, and from the response, others have too. I’m glad. Thanks for your messages,...
by Elaine McAllister | Dec 23, 2020 | Christmas, Creches, Faith, Life, Reflecting God, Traditions
It’s December 23rd! OMGoodness! I think I’m operating on CRUNCH time now, but I’ll get everything done – I always do! Take a peek at my Willow Tree wall decor; yet another creche. Remember, if Baby Jesus is portrayed, it’s a creche for...
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