While some folks enjoyed a quiet, peaceful Thanksgiving, others relished their house full of people and fun. But one question haunts...

With Thanksgiving only a few days away, you probably can’t wait to eat smoked ham and roasted turkey. But what about the side dishes...

A country ham biscuit is one of my favorite calorie splurges. Included in each tasty bite are the essential ingredients for a yummy...

I see a pile of fall leaves as an invitation to play. Forget about your age, what the neighbors think, and the work required to rake them...

In The Dog Who Came to Christmas, Callie Smith Grant brings together a collection of true dog stories guaranteed to warm your heart and...

I went to prison yesterday. No joke. Walked inside the buildings, including solitary confinement. Ate lunch and escaped without anyone...

I’ve written about the season’s falling leaves, pumpkins, and festivals the last two weeks, but folks in the south love Fall for another...

Fall festivals provide a great way to enjoy the season and be outdoors. If you’re near the Smoky Mountains next weekend, two...

Pleasant days, cool nights, and falling leaves signal my favorite time of year—Fall. What’s not to like about pumpkin patches, corn...

Look what came in the mail last week. If you like to start your morning with good news, grab a cup of coffee and spend five minutes...

I’ve always enjoyed reading about people and events of the past. Weave history and fiction together, and the odds of me reading the book...

Happy Labor Day . . . several days early. With beautiful skies in the forecast, hopefully you’ll have an opportunity to celebrate the...

Guess what day is it? Southern-fried Fashionista Friday, of course. In my garage treasure hunt I discovered this gem stored in a plastic...

Last week many of you mentioned a doll as your favorite childhood toy. Guess what I found while treasure hunting in my personal museum...

Thanks to the summer heat and humidity, I’m now in phase two of last year’s clean-out-my-garage project. Yep, I still have a ways to go...

What’s the quickest way to start your morning with a smile? Grab a cup of coffee and spend five minutes reading each day’s inspiring true...

Maybe July is pleasant where you live, but not in my neck of the woods. When I go outside at dawn—a rare occasion—and sweat, you know...

Summer is a popular vacation time, and the beach is a favorite destination. Create memories with your family, or unwind by yourself...

Being stung by a yellow jacket is never the highlight of anyone’s summer. Unlike a one and done honey bee, yellow jackets are repeat...

On July 4, 1776, fifty-six men courageously signed a document containing the following statements. “We hold these truths to be...