Author Archives: Ann Lovejoy

Choosing A Commemorative Plant

Snowdrops can become a lasting legacy plant Welcoming The New Or Honoring The Departed Today is my beautiful granddaughter’s sixth birthday. As I prepare a little after-school party for her, I’m remembering the day she arrived. It’s still deeply moving … Continue reading

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Of Covid & Valentines

Brighten your corner with a card or note Why Wait For Valentine’s Day? I was recently invited to send Valentine’s Day cards to people who might not get any. I love that idea and decided to start making some. After … Continue reading

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Covid & Community

Simple & speedy chicken soup, good for what ails ya The Beautiful Community For the past few months, I’ve been helping to plan an annual community event celebrating the social justice legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. For the … Continue reading

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Out With The Old (Especially Condiments)

Under the snow, the winter greens still flourish Making Room For Respair For most folks, New Year’s is all about fresh starts, at least nominally. I recently heard a cute quip: “New Years Resolutions go in one year and out … Continue reading

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