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Hopscotch The kids were out for recess. Chelsea and Lynn were playing hopscotch with one of Chelsea’s bright blue hair twisties as a marker. “Did you ask if Aunt Ivy could come over?” “Yep. She didn’t say no. She doesn’t … Continue readingHopscotch
Meeting Angela “Do I look alright?” Angela asked as she looked at her reflection in a picture frame. “Don’t be nervous, Ian is very down to earth.” “I know. I know. I don’t really do this. You know?” “Neither does … Continue readingMeeting Angela
I Drew It For You “What is that?” Chelsea asked. “I’m drawing a picture of what we did this weekend.” Lynn said. “Ooh! We put up our Christmas tree too. How big is yours?” “All the way to the ceiling. … Continue readingI Drew It For You
Go Fish! Frank, Kendra and Chelsea were engaged in a spirited game of Go Fish when the curtains lit up. “Mom’s home.” Kendra said, laying down a pair of fours. “Do you have any Jacks?” “None at all. Go fish. … Continue readingGo Fish!
Turkey Teckaneenee The sun was kissing the horizon when he pulled into his brother’s driveway. The door burst open and a couple of wild things came charging out onto the lawn. “Uncle Ian! Uncle Ian!” Bradley jumped up and down. … Continue readingTurkey Teckaneenee
Peppermint Hot Chocolate And A Cookie? The jazzy Christmas music made the wait more bearable. Ian wasn’t in a hurry, exactly. He just wanted a cup of hot chocolate to cheer him up for the long day ahead. “What would … Continue readingPeppermint Hot Chocolate And A Cookie?
Black Friday Muffin Stop The Zavijava was packed to capacity with holiday shoppers. Jazz instrumentals of Christmas music were barely audible over the cacophony of blended conversations. Ivy leaned away from the jostling of passersby. “Okay, you’ve got my attention. … Continue readingBlack Friday Muffin Stop
Holly and Ivy Welcome to the 2021 Holiday Season Serial Romance! Holly Hannon has everything a woman could want: a big house in the suburbs, a hard-working husband, two beautiful daughters and a son on the way. So, why isn’t … Continue readingHolly and Ivy
I Think That I Shall Never See Personally, I’m an artificial tree kind of guy but I do appreciate the natural beauty of a live Christmas tree. Let’s focus on that word: 🌲 live 🎄. This month, we’re talking about … Continue readingI Think That I Shall Never See
Planning Your Holiday Feast Fall is finally here and the holidays are mere weeks away. It’s time to start thinking about how to make the season festive and delicious. The First Course Grace at meals In a lot of … Continue readingPlanning Your Holiday Feast
