The Salt Lake Tabernacle (formerly called the Mormon Tabernacle) is located on Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah. It was built between 1863 and 1867 by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Its exterior is striking, both in size and its castle-like appearance. As for the interior,…
Having Thanksgiving dinner or a light snack In the spring, summer, winter or fall Whether on a first date or hanging with friends Drinking coffee while on a work call. No matter the when, no matter the why You might be writing a letter Sitting yourself down in an ice…
Let’s talk about something you know but you can – wait for it – lose sight of: What you don’t know. You know? When my vision loss occurred, although I received excellent medical care, I was not provided any resources for coping with my new life. It would be several…
As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of Independence, I was curious as to what was happening this week in 1776. While the Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776, the American Revolution was far from over. However, this newly created document sent waves of renewed…
We are all aware of this big birthday that America is celebrating today. Having been born and raised 30 miles from Philadelphia, with a mom and grandparents from the city, I have been brought up with the birth of this nation imbedded in me. I would spend a few weeks…
About half an hour west of Salt Lake City, my husband began to see small collections of water close to the road. A nearby railroad causeway was blocking the view on its other side. There was no signage, but as we continued to see the pools of water, it was…
During an episode of Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy, Stanley was with a chef who was making a dish using just-harvested scallops. I paused the TV to pick up several toys Piper had thrown on the floor. As I bent to gather them, my husband said, “I don’t think I…
When my husband and I fly somewhere and rent a car, once we collect our suitcases from baggage claim, I stay with our luggage either, depending on the weather, outside or right inside the door at Arrivals while he goes to pick up our vehicle for the week. It has…
As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of Independence, I was curious as to what was happening this week in 1776. June 29, 1776 When my mom was still alive, she and I spent a lot of time at the New Jersey shore. By choice, with perfect contentment in…
