Excerpt–Leaning on Faith – Midwest Mary
If you’re experiencing difficult days, spend some time in prayer. You will find that quiet time with the Lord calms and answers. Prayer also helps attend to the spirit, which attends to our o…| Midwest Mary
If you’re experiencing difficult days, spend some time in prayer. You will find that quiet time with the Lord calms and answers. Prayer also helps attend to the spirit, which attends to our o…| Midwest Mary
I’m in a cookie-baking frenzy. We are in the midst of a series of family parties and events, and I’ve been asked to bake. Requested cookies include white and dark chocolate chip, white chocolate macadamia nut, double-dip chocolate, oatmeal raisin, butter, cut-outs, and a variety of Italian Sliced Cookies, also known as biscotti. Biscotti, […]| Midwest Mary
On the Edge of Extinction Monarch royaltya realm threatened to expirefor human “progress” Butterflies are some of the most beautiful wings of summer, and the wings of those butterflies are currently on their way to warmer climates. We don’t have to be a lepidopterist, an entomologist specializing in the study of butterflies and moths, to […]| Midwest Mary
Open the stunning cover of Kimberly Vargas Agnese’s new book, Kadupul Flower: Poems, and her poetry comes alive through the voices of her characters and visual descriptions. Topics are heartfelt, featuring the homeless, underprivileged, immigrants, and ethnically diverse, as well as current environmental conditions. Readers vividly see and hear those who are portrayed. I volunteered […]| Midwest Mary
When something continues to work easily and economically for centuries, it’s likely because there are good reasons for its use. Epsom salts is one of those old, tried and true solutions. Many homes have stashed the product in their bathrooms since its discovery more than 400 years ago. In 1618, a man named Henry Wicker […]| Midwest Mary
Sweet Autumn Clematis Sweet autumn clematis–a solid wall of green and white,full and lush from two small sprouts.A little bit of love from the gardener, sun, and raingoes a long way with nature. These vivid, white, four-petaled blossoms cause me to ponder.What if they were bright, white starsscattered throughout a green sky in the middle […]| Midwest Mary
Take a walk with me along the Fox River in Batavia, Illinois. We’re sure to find interesting plants, birds, and waterways. * Lily pods minus the lilies. Duck ducking in duck weed. Male goldfinch striking a pose. Cranberry bush–but I’m not certain these are edible. Egret in its pure form. Pond-slider turtle looking for you. […]| Midwest Mary
Mourning Summer’s Passing I love the summer so—bright rays of sunshine,warm, gentle breezes,concerts of bird calls,and cicada dances.Greenery everywhere—grass, shrubs, weeds,floral blooms in every shade,and sandy beaches with cool waves. But the season is drifting away.The days are growing shorter,and the nights are cooler.“Please, don’t leave.I love you so,“I beg of Summer.She pays me no […]| Midwest Mary
Following is an excerpt on intimacy with Alzheimer’s disease from the book, The Alzheimer’s Spouse. You may be interested in reading more from that book or Navigating Alzheimer’s and Inspired Caregiving. *By mid-to late Alzheimer’s, we must manage most of our spouses’ daily needs—bathing, dressing, and feeding them. Most likely, though, sexual intimacy is part […]| Midwest Mary
Dreams to Realityby Mary K. Doyle Imagine your dreamsexactly as you want themand they will come true. * well, maybe. * In my mind, I saunter around the pool in a glamorous sun hat, designer sunglasses, and heels. I remove my hat and glasses and set them on the edge of a lounge chair. I […]| Midwest Mary
Tiny Vampires Teeny, tiny ticksattach, suck, regurgitateswap poison for blood * A new vampire’s in town, and she’s out for blood. The Asian longhorned tick was first detected in the US in New Jerse…| Midwest Mary
It’s a quiet afternoon at work, but I’m worn out from not sleeping well and decide to head home early. The regional rail is all messed up right now, so I take two subways and then walk a few blocks to…| Hard Crackers
Time present and time past Are both perhaps present in time future, And time future contained in time past. – Burnt Norton, TS Eliot I’ve read Four Quartets before, but not in a single sitting and not in a long, long time. The poems leave me me breathless, speechless, seeming to touch something ineffable that ... Read more| A Design So Vast
Health scares touch every member of the family, not just the person receiving the diagnosis. Uncertainty can weigh heavily, and it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. Heart disease is one of the most common health conditions worldwide. It develops for a range of reasons, such as lifestyle choices like diet or exercise or even just genetics. […] The post What to Do if a Family Member is Diagnosed with a Heart Condition appeared first on Share More Stories.| Share More Stories
The media landscape in India has changed dramatically over the past few decades. What once revolved primarily around television and print has now expanded into a dynamic digital ecosystem, with content available on multiple platforms, anytime and anywhere. Amid these changes, Partho Dasgupta has emerged as a visionary leader, showing how foresight and innovation can […] The post From Television to Digital: Partho Dasgupta’s Vision for the Future of Media appeared first on Share More Stories.| Share More Stories
When I think about leaders who truly inspire, Partho Dasgupta comes to mind immediately. His career in the Indian media industry is not just about professional success. it’s about vision, resilience, and the ability to create a lasting impact. For young professionals entering this field, his story offers lessons that go far beyond technical skills […] The post Why I Believe Partho Dasgupta’s Story Matters for the Next Generation appeared first on Share More Stories.| Share More Stories
The Shift We Didn’t See Coming Not long ago, paying for something meant pulling out cash and counting it piece by piece. Today, most people shop, travel, tip, and split bills without touching a single coin. The transition wasn’t loud or dramatic, but once it started, it reshaped everyday habits. What used to sit in […]| Share More Stories
My husband and I are pet people, primarily dogs, but we have had a few cats during our marriage, unplanned, of course, as it seems that cats choose their owners more than the other way around. The loss of a beloved pet is never easy. This is a... The post Rainbow Bridge Garden Bench To Remember Our Beloved Pets appeared first on Modern on Monticello.| Modern on Monticello
Do you remember the scene from Harry Potter in the Chamber of Secrets movie when Arthur Weasley, upon meeting Harry for the first time, asks him a confusing question, “What is the purpose of a rubber duck?”. Jeep enthusiasts around the globe have now given this child’s bath... The post The New Purpose of a Rubber Duck and the Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion 2025 – and free printables appeared first on Modern on Monticello.| Modern on Monticello
Hard Crackers reached out to NDLON after we had read, in a New York Times article, about the organization’s involvement in the protests after the death of Roberto Carlos Montoya, a day laborer who had…| Hard Crackers
Trump’s One Big Beautiful Act, which ironically was passed on July 4th, will provide billions of dollars in funding to ramp up the federal government’s wide-ranging military-style campaign against…| Hard Crackers
During autumn, Swiss farmers return their herds from the high-altitude pastures. Here is a list of all the alpine cow parades in 2025.| Newly Swissed Online Magazine
As winter approaches, iPhone 15 users might be more concerned about their devices overheating than needing hand gloves. Reports have surfaced regarding overheating issues with the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Max, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max, with temperatures reportedly exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Users have taken to social media, particularly X (formerly […] The post No Gloves Required! Here’s Apple’s Official Advice For Your Overheating iPhone 15 appeared first on Oola.| Oola
This piece tells a story of rural Southern Missouri through the forms of knowledge inherited when the state offers nothing: no direction, no infrastructure, no recognition. The author is from Douglas County, where his family still hunts and welds and buries its dead. Electricity came late. Broadband still hasn’t come at all. Seth comes from the Western Cherokee Nation of Arkansas and Missouri, a tribe erased not just by settler removal but by federal recognition itself.| Hard Crackers
Interview with esteemed labor historian David Roediger about his memoir, An Ordinary White: My Anti-Racist Education.| Hard Crackers
A key drama at the heart of all our personal origin stories is the saga of how our parents met. I’ve known the basics of this piece of my family history as long as I can remember. My mom and dad met, so the story went, when they were paired as dance partners performing in| Hard Crackers
Discover 30+ free birthday activities in Switzerland, from mountain rides to luxury spas. Save hundreds with this ultimate insider guide...| Newly Swissed Online Magazine
Curious why the giant Zurich snowman is burned? Discover the Böögg’s secrets and how to catch Sechseläuten live in 2025...| Newly Swissed Online Magazine
Experience the new Panthera habitat at Zoo Zürich where tigers, lions & snow leopards rotate through habitats that simulate wild challenges...| Newly Swissed Online Magazine
What Is an AI Enablement Platform?Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to expand its influence across various sectors, promising revolutionary changes in the way we live and work. An AI Enablement Platform is a critical piece of| Moments With Mandi
Most people don’t want to go to a nursing home and most seniors don’t want to be there. It’s a place you go to when you get old and maybe even sick, so of course,| Moments With Mandi
When sleep feels more like a struggle than a rest, it’s hard to wake up feeling refreshed, energized, and ready for the day. Sleep apnea is a condition where you stop breathing repeatedly during the| Moments With Mandi
One of my top creativity recommendations is to try something new on a regular basis. Something simple, something quick; just dabble in something over a weekend, or maybe spend a little time, every …| The Creativity Guru
Create this Welcome to the Farm Front Door Decor piece in 30 minutes using your Cricut. Perfect for those who love everything farmhouse!| The Happy Scraps
Is a boring life a good thing? A few hours ago, I was contemplating on the same lines. Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com “My life is boring.” I had almost said it aloud but thank…| The Bespectacled Mother
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An inedit presence in the streets of Bucharest: Riding Police. Policemen riding on Calea Victoriei ( Victory Road ), downtown Bucharest.| Bucharest Daily Colours
Modern uniforms and “facilities” for street cleaners in Bucharest ( I don’t know if the term “street cleaners” is correct, maybe you can help me ).| Bucharest Daily Colours
Manhattan — The sky, the weather, the color and clarity of light, each change by the second. New buildings rise and old buildings fall. But for those photographing the iconic skyline, the greatest variations come from behind the camera — from emotions born within, formed by our relationship with the city and then recast, consciously or not, in megapixels that reflect our momentary […]| I Spy NYC
Dear modern-day worker What if we all slowed down? I know the demands are significant, and the world can feel crazy, but what if your world, your immediate world, your universe within, didn’t need to feel that way? So often, we’re living stretched and stressed, overwhelmed while underwhelmed, detached and over-attached, And yet we keep… The post Being Fully Present appeared first on HeyLon.ca.| HeyLon.ca
From workshops to getaways, our guide covers the best Switzerland experiences that will leave lasting memories in 2025.| Newly Swissed Online Magazine
I’m a believer in deliberate creativity. For a creative life, you need to develop habits of mind and ways of working that consistently lead to effective creative work. You don’t just wait for a great idea. Instead, you engage in a daily discipline. If you’re guided by the eight habits of creativity (outlined in my… Read More Seasons of Creativity| The Creativity Guru
