By Kelly Carr A friend was visiting with a minister back at the end of the summer. Upon walking into the office, he noticed some lights in the corner. “Is that a Christmas tree you have up already?” my friend asked. (Sure, some people decorate early, but summer seems extreme!) The minister went on to […]
By Kelly Carr I became acquainted with grief at a young age. When I was 5 years old, my baby brother was born prematurely, three months too soon. He was in and out of the hospital, his tiny underdeveloped lungs struggling to sustain him. But we did have some wonderful times at home with him. […]
By Kelly Carr Rest . . . ahhhhh. That’s got to be the sixth love language, am I right? When you’re well-rested, your mind is sharper, your attitude is brighter, and your temperament is more at peace. It feels good! There are so many benefits, I’m tempted to skip writing this editorial and go take […]
By Kelly Carr I have a tough time receiving gifts. Actually I love receiving gifts in the moment. Looking at a wrapped gift incites wonder—what’s inside? I am thrilled that someone thought of me and spent time and money to get something that would make me smile, something I would not buy myself. But then […]
By Kelly Carr One podcast I enjoy listening to each week is Awesome Etiquette. Hosts Lizzie Post and Dan Post Senning are cousins and the great-great-grandchildren of famed etiquette guru Emily Post. They answer questions regarding how etiquette applies to modern-day scenarios. Dan said they often get asked if thanking people is still important. Lizzie […]
