Author Archives: joan

I just returned from Dallas, Texas where I attended the “Color Your Mind” Women’s Conference at New Beginnings.  I wish all of you could have been with me.  Once again Pastor Tiz really nailed it.  I always come away from … Continue reading →

I had intended to write several humorous blogs concerning  my preparations for a visit to Fancy Nancy’s; however, I was stricken down with some ungodly flu/cold bug last week and have been on several medications which have so fuzzed my brain … Continue reading →

Contrary to popular opinion I have not dropped off the face of the earth or gone home to heaven.  I’m still here but I’ve been living life at a somewhat hectic pace for what seems like forever.  Several months ago … Continue reading →

MEET ALIVIA….SHE CAME IN A SMALL PACKAGE LOADED WITH SWEETNESS Sometimes we get to experience a little bit of heaven right here on earth.  That’s what happened yesterday afternoon when we dropped by for a brief visit with our son … Continue reading →

Sorry I haven’t been on my blog for awhile.  Last week we got a phone call that our sister-in-law, who lives in Northern California, had passed away.  It was a sad time for us but we knew Eleanor had been … Continue reading →

A large part of my life with Mopar Man has centered around cars and car events.  As a matter of fact we’re in the last minute preparations right now for the big outdoor car show in downtown Gresham called Rockin’ … Continue reading →

On my quest to find healthier sugar-free snacks I’ve run into difficulties.  Just when I think I’ve found something to munch on like a decent sugar-free protein bar, I read the label and discover it has some form of “ose” in it e.g. fructose, sucrose etc.  … Continue reading →

Rain drops on roses, whiskers on kittens, brown paper packages tied up with string…..wait, those are Julie Andrews’ favorite things.  Here a few of my favorite things.  As you know I’m living a healthier lifestyle these days and here’s a … Continue reading →

I am blessed to have a group of amazing women, who I affectionately call the “Sistas”, join me in an effort to develop a healthier lifestyle.  All of us are concerned about losing weight but are convinced that we can … Continue reading →

If you’re wondering why you haven’t heard from me lately it’s because my computer developed a fatal virus and had to go to the computer doctor to get well.  NEVER, EVER, EVER download something suspicious!  For me it was a … Continue reading →