Browsing category : Memories & Musings
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Leaving the Light On
Posted onMy mom turned 90 this year. Her story is a fascinating one but the journey was not easy. Born in 1927, she is a product of the Great … Read more Leaving the Light On
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I Picked the Daisies
Posted onEarly in my freshman year of college, I happened upon a card with a now timeless message that absolutely spoke to me. It begins and ends with: “If … Read more I Picked the Daisies
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I Wish I Had
Posted onI recently read the book Resisting Happiness by best-selling author Matthew Kelly. His message about recognizing and breaking through the barriers of self-sabotage that prevent us from happiness, … Read more I Wish I Had
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Happy Birthday Momma
Posted onJuly is the month we celebrate the independence of our wonderful home, the United States of America. A time of getting together to shoot fireworks (in Alabama), visiting … Read more Happy Birthday Momma
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Traveling with My Son, Then and Now
Posted onSince my divorce in 2004, I have had many opportunities to travel with my son. These “mother and son” adventures have changed over the years as you would … Read more Traveling with My Son, Then and Now
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Child Abuse or Parenting?
Posted onBoy, is there a big difference in parenting today compared to when I was growing up! As I listen to some today, it sounds as though everything our … Read more Child Abuse or Parenting?
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I Was There: Beatles Concert at Shea Stadium, 1965 – Recollections by Camille LaCognata
Posted onWe Baby Boomers have been witness to some very cool and significant moments in history. Many of us have amazing stories to tell. Here at BoomerConnections.com, one of … Read more I Was There: Beatles Concert at Shea Stadium, 1965 – Recollections by Camille LaCognata
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My Dad by Cherie R. Blazer
Posted onIf your dad is still living, a suggestion: write him a letter. I lost my dad a few years ago, so a letter is too late. But on … Read more My Dad by Cherie R. Blazer
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Gone Fishing! A Father’s Day Remembrance
Posted onThere used to be a program that came on TV called Gone Fishing. This television show had my Dad down pat. The song that went with the television … Read more Gone Fishing! A Father’s Day Remembrance
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My Dad by Rita McCulloch
Posted onAfter reading my business partner’s article about her Dad (My Dad by Cherie Blazer), it sparked memories for me. My Dad came from a family of four boys … Read more My Dad by Rita McCulloch