About

Life’s a painting and you’re the artist. But you are never finished. Each day is made up of a dozen different sketches, alone they will never be more than that, a sketch, yet they make up the context of our lives.

This is my sketch, one done with love.

Olivia




  • The smell of a home-cooked meal that fills the house is very different from other smells. There is more than just food in the kitchen. There are memories, laughs, and love woven together. Picture getting your family together to make something beautiful instead of…

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    Putting Together a Book of Family Recipes
  • Oh, the joy of a Saturday afternoon to do nothing! The sun is coming in through the blinds, and there is a soft hum outside. What if we turned that everyday thing into an amazing journey? Imagine having your family around a kitchen table…

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    Family Science Projects You Can Do Yourself
  • A day to celebrate marriage. A special day of the year that marks love, commitment, and partnership. Recently, my parents celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. This was a very important day for all of us. What is the true meaning of an anniversary? Why…

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    Anniversaries are More Than Just a Date
  • The great outdoors are really lovely. The sound of birds singing, leaves moving, and a soft whisper of the wind makes us want to go outside and start an adventure. This is a great chance for families with young children to make memories that…

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    The Basic Fun of a Scavenger Hunt Outside
  • When I think of the 40th anniversary of my parents’ wedding, I feel very grateful. A tapestry woven of love, trust and companionship has existed for forty years. For them, this significant step is not just a moment that passes; it symbolizes a long-term…

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    Reflections on My Parents’ 40th Wedding Anniversary
  • Imagine that you are filled with happiness and excitement as the TV screen lights up your living room in a soft way. This isn’t just any movie night; it’s a special movie marathon, a chance to learn more about common events that could help…

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    Hold a Themed Movie Marathon as a Way for the Family to Get Closer
  • Making the Union Stronger

    Marriages. They make a lot of people think of grandeur, love, and joy. To be honest, though, planning one can feel like balancing on the edge of a big ocean with waves crashing all around you as you try to deal with the tide…

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    Making the Union Stronger
  • It’s funny how life seems to be clamping down on us tight. And what, with me going back to my blog after what seems like a very long time. Wait it is a long time. Though it didn’t feel like it. Still, a break…

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    A Journey Restarted, Starting My Blogging Expedition
  • It’s pretty cool to be able to sit around a table with paintbrushes in hand and be ready to enter the world of color and thought. In our busy lives, it’s easy to forget the small pleasure of making art with family. But when…

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    Family Art Night: Getting Creative Together
  • Democracy in 2024 As November 5, 2024 approaches, an exciting atmosphere can be felt. Everything is prepared for a big meeting between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. These two people have different ideas for our country, but they also represent…

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    My Reflections on Our Current Political Landscape

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