I used to think my husband, Chad, was the cheapest man on earth. The first summer after our wedding, we … More
Author: Maggie Roche Murphy
Maggie is a life-long Michigander and modern day renaissance woman. She earned her B.A. from Hillsdale College and attended graduate school at GVSU. She works at a local community college and is the author of the children’s book, “Sara Dippity.” Maggie also enjoys performing Irish, Scottish, and Americana folk music, attending book clubs, and running a small farm with her husband, Chad.
Do Kids Ever Need a Personal Day?
I imagine many of you who read that title quickly formed an answer. The concept of a personal day is … More
Lessons from my Lithuanian Grandpa: How I Learned to Cuss
Mike Murphy, my father-in-law, loves to share humorous stories about the family. He declares himself half-Irish and half-Lithuanian. Here is … More
Why are those Irish Eyes Smiling?
March is finally here, one of my favorite times of year! While most of our house is sick with the … More
Did “Ewe” Know There Was an Aerial Attack on South Padre Island?
(Flyboys in training at Navy Air Station Corpus Christi, 1943-44, Grandpa Springer is in the front row on the far … More
Let Music Touch Your Soul…
Last fall, much of my time was spent caring for my mother post heart surgery, so many hobbies were put … More
Family and the Power of Fishing…
Several years ago, I attempted to write a novella. It was an amazing experience! I committed to 15 minutes EVERY … More
The Amtrak Chronicles
Last fall, I spent a great deal of time with my mom, helping her settle in after some health issues. … More
He Married Mrs. Butterworth…
I have so many funny stories to share about my kids, but ones that stick out are from my son, … More
The Greatest Generation Goes To College
I have been spending time taking care of my mom after some health care issues. I asked if she had … More
