He’s easy to overlook if you don’t know what you’re looking at. An older man moving slowly through a grocery store aisle, a quiet figure at the edge of a parade, someone sitting alone at a diner with his coffee gone cold. To most people, he’s just another veteran—another face in a crowd, another story… Continue reading 02.02.26 The Hidden Strength of Vietnam Veterans
Christmas isn’t really about the tree or the presents wrapped beneath it.It’s about the way family gathers closer—because long ago,God chose to draw near to us first. It’s in the quiet moments:candles lit,prayers whispered,a manger scene reminding usthat heaven met earthin the smallest, humblest way. We gather because Jesus came.Not with noise or splendor,but wrapped… Continue reading 12.25.25 “What Christmas Teaches a Family…”
Several years ago my niece Dana wrote a blog post about what she believed. I began thinking about what I believe. What am I willing to fight for? Listed below are the core of those things for me. I was surprised as I compiled this list how many thing I firmly believe. This list is… Continue reading 12.15.25 What I Believe…..
Bring your little one to church… Not because they’ll understand everything.Not because they’ll sit still the whole time.Not because it will always be convenient or peaceful. But because there is something beautiful about raising a child in the presence of God… even before they can speak His name. Bring them even when they’re wiggly.Even when… Continue reading 11.25.25 Bring your little one to church
I've been ordering items daily from Amazon or Walmart to complete the organization and decorating of our new RV home at Lakeside RV Park. Normally the packages are delivered to the office, we get a notice from the sender that they arrived, and we go to pick them up each day. That is until today!… Continue reading 11.03.25 Only at our RV park!!!
I am one of those people referred to here as "The Elderly." If you are as well, you can relate to all of what makes us Unique. If you aren't one of "The Elderly," please take the time to read this and think about each observation. I think you will find it very interesting. ❤️They… Continue reading 10.15.25 They call us “The Elderly”
Being a grandparent is an opportunity to embrace a joyful and loving bond with grandchildren, distinct from the pressures of parenthood. Grandparents prioritize connection over worries, cherishing every moment. They find beauty in the small things and reflect a deep love that is rooted in acceptance, hope, and understanding.
With the house sold and the RV purchase in progress, we needed to secure a site at the RV park in Livingston.1 Kendal lived there for seven years after Katrina and then moved back there the year before we started dating. He knows the park well, and we both knew it was where we wanted… Continue reading 09.21.25 Site 100 Lakeside RV Park
Like I do sometimes, this is mostly for documentation to help me remember in the future. But we also want y’all to know our big news, so here it is! As we get older, the yard work and housework we previously did with ease and enjoyment can become more and more difficult and not so… Continue reading 08.06.25 What are the McDaniels up to now??
Seeing Mickey Mouse makes my heart smile and I am so pleased to share this video of Amaury Guichon creating this chocolate masterpiece of the little guy. Below he describes this creation. “One of the most iconic cartoon characters just came to life in my kitchen – entirely crafted from chocolate! While the concept may… Continue reading 09.24.25 Amaury Guichon creates an all chocolate Mickey Mouse!!!!
- BECAUSE HE LIVES, I CAN FACE TOMORROW - 