FRESHFARM Markets Photo One of my favorite things about summer is the food. Summer food is the BEST!!! The tomatoes, the corn on the cob, melons, peaches and berries. I could go on and on. Everything is so fresh and so flavorful! One of the places where I find a great fresh supply of summer… Read more »
Posts By: Mary Kate Cranston
Independence Day
Photo by Eileen Milner Today is Independence Day, a day we as a nation celebrate to mark our break with the Kingdom of England and our birth as the United States of America. As Americans living in a dynamic democracy, we share many freedoms that we sometimes take for granted. We are so lucky to… Read more »
Feeling Like A Firework
This July 4th holiday weekend may be your first holiday without a loved one. It may be full of poignant memories, making it difficult to participate and enjoy the fireworks, parades and backyard cook-outs. I recently found some helpful suggestions on healing from Capital Hospice’s Survivor’s Guide and thought I would share the following in… Read more »
Julie Potter — Sibley Hospital Angel
I write today about a special woman named Julie Potter who played a pivotal role in putting me and many others on the path to resilience. Today is Julie’s last day at Sibley Hospital and I know that she will be missed quite a lot; especially by me!!!!! True to her nature, Julie always downplays her valuable contributions… Read more »
OMG…..That Was So Funny…….
When was the last time you had a really good laugh? I’m talking about the kind of laughter that comes from way down deep; when you can’t catch your breath or you accidentally spit out whatever you are eating or drinking because you can’t contain the laughter anymore and you have to let it out. Spontaneous, out… Read more »
21 Candles
Today, I am sending out a special message to my fantastic son today on his 21st birthday: HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!! MAY LOVE, GOOD HEALTH AND HAPPINESS BE YOURS, TODAY AND ALWAYS!!!!!!!!!!!! MAY YOU HAVE MANY, MANY MORE BIRTHDAYS, FULL OF FAMILY & FRIENDS. . I’M SO PROUD OF YOU!!! XO MOM
Going To The Source
There’s a lot to be said for following an “information is power” philosophy when dealing with a life crisis. When you are grieving the loss of a loved one or facing a serious tragedy that life has thrown you, it feels as though you are playing 52 pick-up. For those of you who aren’t familiar with this child’s game, it’s when someone… Read more »
Daddies Day
This post is a big shout out to all of the wonderful men out there who love and provide for their beautiful children. If your Dad is no longer alive, I hope you tell funny and sentimental stories about him today or think about the special things you did together. I’d also like to give some recognition to… Read more »
Winterthur & Longwood Gardens — Guided Tour on 06/22/11
Come spend the day at Winterthur! Nestled in the heart of Delaware’s beautiful Brandywine Valley, this extraordinary museum, garden and library offers a variety of things to see. Founded by Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur (pronouned “winter-tour”) is the premier museum of American decorative arts, reflecting both early America and the du Pont family’s life… Read more »
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A blog about moving through grief by developing resilience, practicing wellness & finding the wicked funny side of life. Widow. Mom. Writer. Dancer.
