Earliest Memories of Pets Shape Adult Attitudes

New research suggests our earliest childhood memories of pets influence our attitudes to animals.    Think back to your first mem…

Four Novembers

I thought it might be time to tell the full story of November 2009, the month that changed my everything forever. I've never …

My Teenage European Vacation

I'm low on blogging ideas this week, so I checked out some daily prompts at The Daily Post . Today's topic is the furthes…

Jewelry Stories: Jubilee Medal

As I've mentioned before, my two best friends/roommates from college are Catholic. Back then, I went to Mass and worship serv…

Jewelry Stories: Diamond Earrings

Shortly before my sister started dating her now-husband, she went through a rough patch with her singleness. Nothing was working …

My Hope Ring

My favorite thing about jewelry is its history and meaning. Even when you buy it for yourself, it's often to celebrate an occ…