Random Thoughts
Phone Call from Heaven
December 16, 2009 by Mara Burke · Leave a Comment
We had my father-in-law’s funeral yesterday. His brother-in-law gave an eulogy of sorts. Among his comments was that if you weren’t sure if you know where you’ll spend eternity, time was drawing close to where you may not have that option much longer. He particularly meant that comment for two of my father-in-law’s brothers. When [...]
It’s Been a Trying Week
December 14, 2009 by Mara Burke · Leave a Comment
Last week has been one of the toughest I’ve had to endure. My father-in-law had developed lung cancer, been through a round of chemotherapy, and was getting ready to start a new round after tests. Then he started having problems breathing. He collapsed Tuesday morning and was taken to the hospital, put on a respirator, [...]
Changes
November 30, 2009 by Mara Burke · 1 Comment
If you’ve noticed, the blog is changing. We’re still learning the ins and outs of this new theme, but I think it will be an improvement when all is said and done. Please let me know what you think of it. Things are changing around my house. My oldest son is 12 and he’s growing [...]
Check out this contest!
November 30, 2009 by Mara Burke · 1 Comment
I told you last week about my friend Kit’s ebook she put together for Thanksgiving and that she would be releasing an ebook for Christmas. Well, it seems she outdid herself! Check out the contest she’s running until Friday, December 4 at midnight. Head on over to Small Memories now and be sure to enter! [...]
Thanksgiving is Thursday, What Memories Will You Make?
November 23, 2009 by Mara Burke · Leave a Comment
A lot of people look forward to Thanksgiving for a number of reasons. Some can’t wait to get home to Mom’s great cooking. Others are looking forward to the long weekend. Many men, and some women, enjoy a weekend of college football. Still others only enjoy Thanksgiving for the Black Friday sales the next day. [...]
