December 9, 2016 Yes, holiday time is upon us. Lights are twinkling, stockings are hung and our first big snow has fallen. It is that wonderful time of year when the gift of kindness and gratitude is showered on strangers and loved ones alike. This wonderful season is cause for reflection and thankfulness. …
DetailsDecember 1, 2016 When you think about your favorite story or memory, what type of feeling does it evoke? Does it center on a beloved family tradition, such as baking brunkager (holiday cookies) or using an old family recipe to cook det danske køkken (Danish cuisine)? Perhaps it reminds you of a trip you took or a…
Details“I am grateful for what I am and have. My Thanksgiving is perpetual.” -Henry David Thoreau It is no secret that when we gather all of those we love most and get our fill of delicious food it is one of the best things ever, but I believe the most special part is…
DetailsIf you are familiar with the Hope Chest story, you will remember that a few years back I came across an old chest full of interesting artifacts, which told the remarkable story of one accomplished Danish woman’s life. Since then, I have learned so much more about Emma Thorsen, but even more so, I have learned a great…
DetailsNovember 10, 2016 These past few days have been a significant time in our nation’s history, one that we have all anxiously awaited the end of for the past several months. The road to get here has been a long and arduous one, and I think we can all agree on one thing:…
DetailsNovember 4, 2016 Perhaps it is due to the changing weather, the transforming scenery or the anticipation of the holidays ahead, but there is just something so special about the month of November. Of course, it is easy to see why autumn is such a beloved time of year for many. After…
Details10/27/16 As a lifelong Chicagoan, I may be biased, but it seems the entire world is watching the Chicago Cubs battle the Cleveland Indians in this year’s World Series. By now I’m sure you’re well-versed in the tales of serial misfortune, exasperating curses, odd coincidences and renowned folklore that seem to plague the Cubs, which…
Details10/20/16 Whether you are a baby boomer and remember the first troll doll craze of the 60’s, or a child of the 80’s and remember it the second time around in the 90’s, if you have children or grandchildren, troll craze number three is about to take con-troll! “It is the…
Details10/14/16 Several interesting stories have caught my eye recently, and they all center around a common theme: women. There has been a great emphasis on women’s issues as of late, including a rousing speech at the 2015 Oscars about equal pay for women in Hollywood, many trending topics and hashtags developed to inspire and…
DetailsOctober 6, 2016 For many, the feeling of fall in the air brings a warm wistfulness that simply can not be rivaled during any other season. Sure, we anticipate the first blooms of spring after a long, dreary winter, and those carefree days of summer are a blast, but there are just so many…
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