My husband finally got his dream vehicle—a Ram truck. He loves it. I, however, see it as a tank on wheels. It’s huge. Massive. A behemoth of a machine. But, of course, I had to learn how to drive it. I was terrified. The hardest part? Staying in my lane. No matter how hard I […]

Inspiring Stories

March 25, 2025

When to Stay in Your Lane—And When to Steer Off Course

I love live performances. Plays, musicals, concerts—you name it, I’m there. There’s just something magical about watching a story unfold on stage, feeling the energy of a live band, or getting swept up in nostalgia.A few days ago, my husband and I went to see The Cher Show at our local theater. It was fantastic. […]

Inspiring Stories

March 11, 2025

How I (Sort of) Met Donny Osmond

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