A friend at a dinner party once suggested a game—if we were marooned on a desert island, which book would we want with us and why. Then she looked directly at me and said, “And don't choose the Bible, … [Read more...]
Simon’s Lesson
In past posts, I’ve written about my sons’ journeys to West Point. Last year, Quinn was accepted, but Lane was medically disqualified because of childhood asthma. This spring, Lane re-took the … [Read more...]
What’s in a Name?
What's in a name? That which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet; Juliet Act II, Scene 2 Romeo and Juliet I agree with Juliet. A rose would still emit the sweet, rose fragrance … [Read more...]
Quotations
With spring breaks, March Madness, weekend guests, and traveling, March has sped by for me with a lot of thinking about blogging but not much writing. This post might be considered cheating, but I … [Read more...]
Irish Soda Bread
During March, we go a little crazy for Irish recipes. With a name like Dougherty, how could we not? Here's a recipe my mother-in-law gave me for Irish Soda Bread. Since it includes raisins and … [Read more...]
Technology
Before February closes out, I want to share about something I love.Technology!Even though I’m pretty much a novice at most technological things, I’m thrilled to have so many ways to keep in touch with … [Read more...]
Sending a Daily Family Email
I started something new this year. I send a quotation of the day to my children in a good morning email. It’s a nice way to start the day and an excuse for a daily email. I don’t choose the quotation … [Read more...]
January Thoughts
Christmas is packed up and stuffed into the attic--even the hold-out ornaments that hid while the first boxes went up the stairs. I found them all and sent them in a left-over box. With Christmas and … [Read more...]
Christmas Epiphany
I had an epiphany last Christmas. I don't really enjoy decorating for Christmas anymore. For years, I loved it. I added to my collection of snowmen, Santas, and ornaments. I looked forward to … [Read more...]
The Power of Words (Ask Anna)
Words are powerful. The rhyme, “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me,” are false as anyone who’s ever played on an elementary school ground and suffered ribbing from … [Read more...]
