Kimberley Thompson, like many of us out there, has a dilemma. She gave up a much loved and equally important part of her daily gratification for Lent. Now…Lent is almost over…then what? and why?

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterApril 20, 2019Kimberley Thompson, End of Lent, Life's Choices, Inspiration, Rules of Lent??Comment

Every National Park Is Free This Weekend

National Park Week starts on April 20 and runs through April 28. To kick off the festivities, the National Park Service (NPS) is inviting you to enjoy the national parks for free on Saturday, April 20.

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterApril 18, 2019Cindi Sutter, by Dustin Nelson@dlukenelson, thrillist.com, U S National Parks, National Parks Week 4/20-4/28, Free Entry to National Parks 4/20Comment

Cindi's Easter Hit Parade

Easter recipes, tips and shared experiences of faith are part of the story of Easter. The cross is where it all began, but definitely not where it all ended. He is Risen, He is Risen Indeed!

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterApril 17, 2019Cindi Sutter, Cindi's Easter Truths, Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Egg Dying, Easter Table Settings, Easter Traditions, Easter week, Easter Tips, Easter RecipesComment

Holy Week-Notre-Dame Disaster

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Parisians for the loss of this awe-inspiring symbol of faith, culture, architectural perfection and beauty.

Celebrations, SeasonalCynthia SutterApril 16, 2019Cindi Sutter, Notre Dame, Fire Disaster, Holy Week, Anotaciones, AFARComment

W3 Book Club-“Into the Water” by Paula Hawkins

W3 Book Club members create unique celebrations around each and every book they read. This includes food, table decor, cocktails, wine and appropriate attire; all of which are a by-product of the storylines’ in the book. This month’s inspiration comes from, “Into the Water” by Paula Hawkins.

Celebrations, PartiesCynthia SutterApril 15, 2019Teri E. Popp, Laura Chin, “Into the Water” by Paula Hawkins, IntoTheWater, Paula Hawkins, Water Themes, Strong Female Characters, Suspense Novels, Whodunits, Rivers And Streams, @TeriEPopp, @LauraChin, @CynthiaSutterComment

Cheers to the Cultures of the World

Cheers, salute, l’chaim, naz drahvi, and yamas. So many different cultural celebration styles and toast to different occasions occur in each country. Orielle Heilicher’s student study abroad opened up a pandora’s box of appropriate toasting!

Celebrations, Travel StoriesCynthia SutterApril 13, 2019Orielle Heilicher, Student Travel Tips, Student Study Abroad, Toasting Tips, Italy, Spain, Bolivia, Prague, Czech Republic, Mykonos Island, GreeceComment

Palm Branches Metamorphose into a Spring Garden Blessing

Traditions sometimes begin in the easiest, most thoughtful ways. Reba Berge’s family tree includes a history of spreading palm branch ashes that in time nurture seeds in their garden. Let this simple tradition foster love in the lives of your family too, this April 14th, Palm Sunday.

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterApril 10, 2019Reba Berge, April 14th=Palm Sunday, traditions matter, traditions in the garden, Easter Traditions, Palm Branch TipComment

Hello Spring 2019!

The beastly snow pile on my lawn is finally shrinking and tender green shoots are peeking through my dormant flower garden, announcing spring's eminent arrival. It is planning time for gardeners and there are plenty of help available. Zehorit’s tips contribute a touch of Spring to your yard!

Celebrations, SeasonalCynthia SutterApril 8, 2019Zehorit Heilicher, Hello Spring 2019!, Spring Gardening Tips, University of Minnesota Horticulture Department, Better Home and Gardens, Home Depot Garden Center, Fine GardeningComment

Prohibition to National Beer Day

Marty Nopper shares a uniquely historical point of view about beer for National Beer Day on April 7, 2019! If you’re traveling across the US, check out the map of the states that do and don’t allow open containers.

Celebrations, HolidaysCynthia SutterApril 6, 2019Marty Nopper, Marty's Musings of Beer, National Beer Day=4/7, Prohibition, Prohibition in the United States, Development of the Prohibition Movement, History of Prohibition, Start of National Prohibition (January 1920), Prescription for Medicinal Alcohol During Prohibition, Enforcement of 18th Amendment, Repeal of 18th Amendment, Current Open Container States, CNN, Gallup PollComment