I was hoping to share updates throughout this summer’s book tour. What a lovely adventure! I met so many interesting … More
Tag: Christmas
Caroling with Tennessee Ernie Ford
Christmas presented another holiday of challenges. Some family needed to isolate, so we surprised them with a few songs and … More
Pushing through Chaos
Throughout 2020, chaos morphed into a powerful tempest, swirling round us all. Amid these storms, we often feel powerless. The … More
Food, Family, and Heirloom Recipes
Food traditions abound in our family. Both the Murphy and Roche Families gifted a love of food with celebrations. … More
A Message for All Americans
I keep seeing stories about the protests and even cases of civil unrest after the election. While I don’t condone … More
For the Love of Music: Christmas Edition
(My brother’s Flexible Flyer from the 1960s…Mom recycled it into a Christmas decoration) Life is busy at the Murphy … More
My Favorite Things: The Christmas Edition
Christmas quickly approaches! Only two days until school break starts for the kids, thought I better post something before the … More
Photo of the Month Bonus: The Tourtière
While I don’t consider myself a baker, every year I make a special Christmas dish, the tourtière. This is a … More
Photo of the Month: Christmas comes Early
I noticed this morning that our Christmas cactus is already in full bloom.
The Unique, Worthwhile, and Memorable: A 2013 Holiday Gift Guide
With the holiday season approaching, I wanted to share some noteworthy finds. Some items I purchased as gifts, some were … More