Amidst the hustle and bustle of Christmas preparations and the glow of community gatherings, there's a quiet moment for personal reflection and growth. This year, I've embarked on a transformative journey with "Ignite Your Best Year Yet." Guided by insightful exercises and introspective prompts, I've uncovered my strengths, faced challenges head-on, and set goals that resonate with the core of who I am. This program has become my compass, pointing me toward a future where aspirations align seamlessly with values.

Are you a parent struggling to navigate the painful journey of estrangement from your adult child? If so, I invite you to embark on a transformative healing journey with the help of this empowering book.

As the holiday season approaches, many parents face the challenge of spending the holidays without their adult children. It can be a difficult adjustment if your children have moved away, have other commitments, or can't make it home for the holidays. However, with some planning and flexibility, it's possible to create new traditions and enjoy the holiday season differently.

The wedding ceremony and reception, held on July 15, 2023, were a beautiful and elegant affair that left a lasting impression on everyone in attendance. The stunning O'Shaughnessy Hall on the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods campus was the perfect setting for the event. Simple to Elegant, the talented wedding planners worked tirelessly to transform the venue into a breathtaking masterpiece that impressed everyone. Throughout the planning process, Jeanette Winchester provided us with outstanding support, while Jeff's expertise with draping and on-the-day assistance was exceptional. The ceremony decor, including crisp white linens, crystal vases of varying heights with cascading flowers, and a floral aisle runner, added to the charm and beauty of the ceremony.

A timeless love story unfolds as the misty morning transforms into a radiant summer day. Witnessing our daughter's beautiful, elegant wedding at the enchanting O'Shaughnessy Hall was a day filled with love, joy, and profound emotions that spoke to the hearts of family and friends gathered to celebrate with the young couple. 

The excitement of a wedding is a joyous event that brings families and friends together. As empty nest parents, this might be a new experience for you. Here are top tips to help you navigate the event gracefully and effortlessly.

Oh, let me take you on a delightful journey of how we transformed a shy and reserved bride-to-be's hesitant attitude into an unforgettable bridal shower extravaganza! It all started with a sprinkle of love, a dash of creativity, and a whole lot of excitement!

My journey through the mother-of-the-bride timeline. A real-life perspective about managing wedding expectations through the lens and heart of a mom.

Now that you have said yes, it is your turn to pop the question and ask your best friends to join your bridal party. You want the moment to reflect how special they are and how much you would love for them to stand by your side at your wedding. Since it’s a meaningful occasion requiring financial and time commitment, it’s nice to show your love and appreciation as you pop the question. But how are you going to do it? What is the bridesmaid proposal etiquette?

The wedding checklist helps in organizing the tasks of planning a wedding. It is designed with the (ideal) timetable of twelve months. If you’re planning your wedding on a shorter schedule, just start at the beginning of the list and try to catch up as quickly as possible. Use the boxes to the left of the items to check off tasks as you complete them.

A wedding registry helps you select your favorite gifts and electronically handles the recordkeeping showing the number of items you requested and the quantity purchased at any point in time. Amazon’s gift registry offers almost any thing you may need to start your life together as newlyweds.

Connect Home Life Home Decor Tour 2022

As we reflect on the Christmas season, let us remember the true meaning of Christmas and why we celebrate this glorious time of year. According to Christianianity.com, noel is Christmas and means good news in French. We were given the greatest gift of all that night in Bethlehem, Jesus Christ.

Connect - Reading for fun!

I had heard there’s nothing like having grandchildren, but my husband and I had no idea all of ours would arrive so close together. Four of our grands, in fact, arrived in an 18-month span. We went from a family of five to a family of 16 in a matter of no time. We had baby shower after baby shower after baby shower. What a blessing it has become.

When we enter the empty-nest years, we embark on a new season of life. Our children become more independent and desire to make their own decisions. So, how do we adjust to the empty nest? My husband and I consulted more experienced parents who have traveled this path before us to learn practical ways of navigating these transitional years. We hope these tips enlighten you and give you hope.