By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Difficult people can make life miserable. Even to the point we can dread waking up in the morning. They seldom hide or avoid us; neither are they courteous. Difficult people can roam our homes, live next-door, be seated at a desk beside us, take the role of a boss, or simply pop up when we least …
February – Bake for Family Fun Month
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills I love to bake. There’s something about creating a sweet treat for those I love that fills me with satisfaction. Baking with my grandchildren is incredibly rewarding. We build our relationship while learning skills—measuring, reading recipes, what different ingredients do for the finished product, how to break eggs, using a rolling pin, setting the timer on …
11 Ways to Say I Love You on Valentine’s Day That Won’t Break the Bank
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Since the 14th century, Valentine’s Day has been celebrated as a time of romantic love. But let’s face it, candy, flowers (roses), exquisite restaurants, get-away weekends, and one-of-a-kind gifts can blow our budget. Even paying for a babysitter is expensive. This week, I have your back. Here are 11 ways to say, “I Love You”, that …
Thank You, Readers
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Click link on right to view video from DiAnn – DiAnn Mills Video Blog Save the date and join DiAnn when she goes Live on Facebook at 7:00 p.m. Central on Tuesday evening, February 6th. Logon to Facebook first, then click this link: https://www.facebook.com/diann.mills.5 DiAnn’s Library Corner Librarian Tip – Check out these creative ways on …
The Truth about Novel Writing
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Hey reader, ever wonder about becoming a writer? Writers are survivors. If in doubt, take a look at what is needed to reach publication. It’s a little scary, but if a person has courage and determination, they can reach their goals. If everyone on the planet was destined to be a writer, then everyone would be …
For the Love of a Pony
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Recently I had a sweet conversation with a friend. When I asked about her pony, she told me the following story, and I wanted to share it with you. I knew TC, my pony, was unhappy at the boarding barn—no buddies and not much room to play. I made an off-hand comment about the sad situation …
Writer Disciplines—What Does it Take?
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Many people long to be a writer. They are avid readers and usually devour everything they can find on the printed page. The art of communicating through the written word fascinates them until they aspire to write. But with the interest comes many questions about the discipline. The following questions and answers may help with your …
What Does January 2018 Mean to You?
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Here we are! January 2018! We’re probably in a happy-tired mode from all the festivities. We began with the Thanksgiving turkey and raced to New Year’s celebrations. Our bellies are full—maybe too full! Memories are sealed in our hearts that photos can never capture. The sights and sounds of the holidays are a part of our …
Christmas Songs to Celebrate the Season
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills This past weekend, two of our grandchildren were guests at our home. On Saturday morning, My husband sat at the grand piano and played Christmas songs (and we all sang) while I prepared breakfast. The fun part was discovering the favorites of an eight and a six year old The following hit their list, and I’ve …
7 Ways to Give a Gift of the Heart
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Christmas is a time of love and giving. We want our loved ones to have the perfect gift, one they will treasure and remember. Unfortunately, we don’t always have the money needed to purchase what we think is the best item. But there are ways we can offer a token of our heart. The gift of …