Stories in this issue December 2020 Issue – Home for the Holidays

Thanksgiving this year is like no other. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade is virtual. Our gatherings are small. And maybe there won’t be any gatherings …

I’ve been collecting Christmas ornaments from around the world for some time now. They make great personal souvenirs because they serve a higher purpose than …

When we had a blended family of five teenagers, we treated them to travel at Christmastime:  to ski in Sun Valley or the French Alps, …

As my husband and I started our family many years ago, we melded the traditions that we had each gown up with and established our …

Other than in movies, I had never seen someone actually get down on one knee and propose marriage.  So it was something of a surprise to witness …

With old man winter’s icy breath encasing the Great Lakes, I’m dreading being cooped up listening to dire statistics and only being able to visit …

Huntsville, Alabama is known as The Rocket City for helping put mankind on the Moon along with its continuing role in developing the propulsion system to return humankind to …

Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, a cocktail can help to make the season bright. And since travel is challenging right now, we hope to …

Cranberry-Almond Biscotti Recipe Makes about 30 Cookies Ingredients: 2 ¼ cup all-purpose flour 2 egg whites 1 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. baking …

Evoke the warmth and good tidings of the Old Country by celebrating Germany’s traditions at home – beginning with Glühwein!  I close my eyes and breathe …