east texas

We can still find many joyful ways to "summer" this summer--despite the struggles. And perhaps even be surprised by new ones.

Turmoil and struggle, though dark and difficult while we walk through them, can lead to real change for the better. And that is something to celebrate, indeed.

Well, how can you go wrong when you take two all-beef patties and add pepper jack cheese, fresh pico de gallo, and their signature Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce?

So many apps to choose from now. I thought I'd share some of my favorites & what I like specifically about each one so you can can find the right one--for YOU.

We all share a basic human need to feel "seen." It's wired into our DNA. So, remembering people's names, and using them is a lesson worth learning.

Looking great is a definite perk--enjoy it! But for me, the best reasons to stay fit are more than skin deep. It can change your life.

To me, loving animals is not just only about how they make us feel. It's an act of seeing them with as much compassion and clarity that we can at the time.

Is this a healthy new habit to incorporate on a regular basis? Absolutely NOT. But, is stressful times, this decadent detour has been the ultimate comfort food.

Many of these chemicals that kill these creatures are also poisonous to people--not to mention your beloved pets.

There's sweet & tart currants, succulent raspberries, and beautiful blackberries growing wild around our area. You can even go blueberry picking in East Texas.

I've not had comments shot my way when wearing a mask. But, I've gotten a dirty look or two. Y'all, wearing a mask isn't a political statement. This is science.

I'm okay for now, but come July--Should I hide in the shade? Check. Ice water? Check. Consume as many popsicles as possible? Got it. Any other suggestions?