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Happy Thanksgiving 2021
Happy Thanksgiving from
Allegra and Ingrid
I keep a gratitude journal all year long, but I do spend a little extra time on Thanksgiving reflecting on everything I’m thankful for. Continue Reading
Thanksgiving ABC’s 2021
Thursday is Thanksgiving in the United States and it’s time for my annual tradition of making a “Thanksgiving ABC’s” list. I maintain a gratitude practice every day, but I still love doing this list every year. Some of the items repeat year after year, others are new. Here’s this year’s list:Continue Reading
Happy Halloween 2021
Allegra and I would like to wish you and your kitties a safe and happy Halloween!
Happy Labor Day 2021
Today is Labor Day in the United States, and we’re doing anything but labor: we’re taking a 24-hour online break. Continue Reading
Happy 4th of July 2021
What a difference a year makes! This time last year, I wouldn’t have believed it if someone had told me we’d be able to celebrate the holiday again without having to be afraid of other people. And while I’m not quite ready to partake in any kind of celebration that involves a crowd, I am so looking forward to gathering with friends this year. Continue Reading
Happy Father’s Day 2021
Whether your kids are human or furry, enjoy your special day!
Father’s Day can be bittersweet for those of us whose fathers are no longer with us. My dad passed away 17 years ago, but I still get a little sad each year when Father’s Day comes around.Continue Reading
Memorial Day 2021
To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. ― Thomas Campbell
Today is Memorial Day in the United States, a day when we honor the memory of the men and women who have died in military service. We also celebrate the arrival of summer, but because of the reason for the holiday, it never feels right to me to say “Happy Memorial Day,” so instead, I’m wishing you a day filled with love and beautiful memories.Continue Reading
Happy Mother’s Day 2021
My mom passed away 27 years ago, yet Mother’s Day still is a bit of a bittersweet day. The pain of missing her has faded after all these years, but I still feel some sadness when Mother’s Day cards start showing up in stores, friends make plans to spend time with their moms, and restaurants offer Mother’s Day specials. Continue Reading
Happy Easter 2021
Happy Easter from Allegra and Ingrid
Happy St. Patrick’s Day 2021
