Light. This short, five letter word is electrifying. For some of us, it refers to the tangible light we can see. When the sun rises and sets, it beams rays across the sky.

I'd contemplated my New Year’s resolutions for days. And then I thought about the word “resolution.” There are several meanings beyond just making up your mind to accomplish a goal.

Do you ever think about rewriting or inventing a word? What if we celebrated "Givingthanks?" I know that looks and sounds awkward. But hang in there, and I will explain.

My nest will be full in a few days. I'll bring out our family gratitude projects and decorations from prior Thanksgivings. In next week's letter, I will write about why I love this holiday. Can't wait to share!

Death CAN be beautiful. As I marveled at nature’s masterpiece, those words repeatedly floated through my mind. I gazed at the leaves that still lingered on the branches. And looked up at the rainbow of foliage fluttering in the breeze.