A Christian Perspective on a Chinese Tea Ceremony
As the groom’s parents we had the blessing of planning the rehearsal dinner for my son and daughter-in-love. Planning a special evening that represented and celebrated our two… Read More »
Bridal Shower Bliss
To love is to receive a glimpse of Heaven.. From the moment you entered the room the love and time put into my daughter-in-love’s bridal shower could be… Read More »
Marinating In Thankfulness
Do you ever worry? A friend once shared with me something I have never forgotten. “Worry is a lack of prayer,” she would say. This was after our… Read More »
Lost and Found: A New Chapter
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Dr. Seuss When I was expecting my… Read More »
I want to be like Isabel when I grow up.
I am writing a post befitting my Irish beauty, Isabel. Isabel traveled from Ireland to the states before she became part of our family thirteen years ago. Isabel… Read More »
New ASK ELISE Section
Remember Dear Abby? I loved reading that column as a kid. I just love reading and answering the questions you send me! Answering your questions is fun. It… Read More »
A Time for Everything
Have you ever heard this song or read this passage in your Bible? A Time for Everything 3 There is a time for everything, and a season for every… Read More »
An Attitude of Gratitude
Friends, I did it! I got on an airplane all by myself and survived! This was a very, big deal for me! I have never flown alone in… Read More »
Isabel
Hi. My names is Isabel. My brother’s call me “Izzy” or “Iz” for short. My momma loves me. She thinks I’m wonderful. I have my momma’s middle name…. Read More »
The Family Table Equals S-U-C-C-E-S-S!
Here are my guys — Mike, Nathaniel and Alexander. I love them! Family is a gift. Many people do not realize that I did not speak with ease… Read More »
I will fit into that skirt!
I’m not waiting for New Years to post this. Typically around New Years I decide to start the year off right. That usually means starting my day off… Read More »
The Perfect Baby Gift: BEABA’s Babycook
Our neighborhood is a buzz! After years of trying to have a baby, one of the couples in the development in Raleigh we call home is expecting triplets… Read More »