Seven Questions For My Granddaughter Granddaughter and Me Some of my favorite memories with my granddaughter are the simple ones. I miss snapping pictures together, laughing at little things, and watching reruns of   Highway to Heaven before bed with a midnight snack. Those moments may seem small, but they hold such a big place in my heart. As time goes on, I find myself thinking more and more about the little things that keep us connected. A conversation, a memory, a shared laugh, or even a few thoughtful questions can bridge the distance and bring a sense of closeness back into the day. So today, I wanted to write down 7 questions I’d love to ask my granddaughter, just because I love hearing about her world. 1 . What has made you smile lately? Sometimes the sweetest moments are the ones that catch us by surprise. I’d love to know what has brought a smile to your face recently, whether it was something funny, something kind, or something completely ordinary. 2 . What is so...

  Bridging Generations with Charlie Kirk’s Spirit of Dialogue As a grandmother and former elementary school teacher, I spent years teaching children that when you disagree, the best thing you can do is simply talk it out. That’s a lesson Charlie Kirk practiced—he always made time for real conversation, even when opinions clashed. For example, Charlie was known for engaging directly with college students from all backgrounds, encouraging honest discussion rather than shouting past each other. Though I never met him, I admired how he would truly listen and encourage open dialogue, even in difficult moments. I love speaking and having dialogue with my granddaughter, and I just wish I could have more of those conversations. But due to divorce, she often only hears one side of our family’s views, which isn’t always the whole truth. Sometimes, when grandchildren get older, they think our values and beliefs are old-fashioned. But once you sit down and start talking, you’ll discover ...

 Dear Olive, As another Mother’s Day arrives, I find myself thinking about you more than ever. It’s been three years since we’ve spent this day together, and I miss you deeply. Not a moment goes by that I don’t think of you and wish things were different. I remember our little traditions—how we’d bake together, or how you’d help me pick what to wear to match you. Those memories are treasures I hold close to my heart, especially on days like this. First Mother's Day With Sweet Olive Life sometimes leads us down unexpected paths, and I understand that growing up can be complicated. But please know that the love I have for you is constant.  No matter the distance or the circumstances, you are always in my heart. I want you to know that I pray for you every day. I pray that you are safe, happy, and surrounded by kindness. I pray that you feel God’s love, wherever you are, and that one day we’ll be able to reconnect. I pray you are able to find joy in the little moments and re...

This year, I made a promise to myself: to take back control of my health. After waking from a coma a few years ago, I never imagined I’d become so familiar with pill bottles and pharmacy aisles. While modern medicine gave me a second chance, I’ve learned that sometimes the gentlest remedies—like managing my acid reflux naturally—make the biggest difference. Every pill I don’t need to take feels like a small victory. Grocery Shopping for Healthy Ingredients   But here’s the real motivation behind my health journey: my granddaughter, Olive. Whether we’re rolling tortillas for her beloved bean tacos, racing to the swings at the park (well, she races—I cheer!), or dissolving into giggles over her silly jokes and Snapchat lens antics, these moments are my heartbeat. That’s why it troubled me when, after meals or tough stressful days, a fiery discomfort would rise in my chest, threatening to steal my joy. Acid reflux had long overstayed its welcome. Silly Poses using Snap Chat Filters...

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