Getting Up-Close-and-Personal with Our Schools
This is Kathie's first year of high school. She's always done well in school. This year she involved herself in several extra activities, so I knew keeping up with homework might take extra effort.
Simple Pleasures and Seasoned Souls
Farm and Family Living columnist Laurie Marlatt Steeb writes about the simple pleasures that are a perk worth looking for every day.
Afternoon by Lake Milton
Farm and Family Living columnist Laurie Marlatt Steeb writes about a day of relaxation.
Drink Maker Drivel!
I've complained before about the way small appliances accumulate in my kitchen. Finding a home for them is tough.
Welcome Spring!
Warmed by the sun, my bare arms feel free in the fresh spring air, and the heat that builds in my van reminds me of warmer days ahead.
For The Graduate
Although I've noticed the graduation cap and gown hanging in my daughter's closet on those few occasions when I invade her private space, nothing brought her imminent graduation home so vividly as an awards night ceremony where her classmates were honored for their high school achievements.
Summer Projects, Pseudo Pressures
Home Living columnist Laurie Marlatt Steeb writes about the grand intentions we all have in the days of summer - but what could be the best use of our time in the end.
Berry picking
Home Living columnist Laurie Marlatt Steeb writes about picking berries with her dad.
