The trees are shedding their colorful fall foliage, leaving branches looking cold and barren. It’s a sure sign that Thanksgiving is here and fall will soon be making a humble exit. But if you take a good hard look at those empty trees on a bright sunny day, you’ll...

Most folks say they just don’t have the time to volunteer or take on more responsibilities, especially if they have a hectic full-time job and/or family. But no matter how busy your lifestyle is, there are still plenty of simple and easy ways to help others who are...

I’ve been fortunate enough to find a cozy spot under a tree in my backyard where I added a few stepping stones and a comfy bench – a perfect spot just to “sit a spell”.  Some mornings I take a bag of birdseed and peanuts with me when I head off the “the bench.” I...