I have always found connecting with nature to be restorative. This TED talk “Connections: Nature Beauty Gratitude” takes that connection even further. This is part of my special week of Giving Thanks. Inspired by this talk, I want to take a moment to say how very grateful I am for you, my readers. You give… Continue reading Connections: Nature Beauty Gratitude
Category: People & Customs
Blog posts by author Lynette M. Burrows about interesting people, customs, celebrations, and holidays from around the world.
Alone for the Holidays
It is Thanksgiving Week. There are many, many things for which I am grateful beyond words, but this isn’t a post about gratitude. It’s about being alone for the holidays. The holidays can be particularly stressful for those people who believe the holiday is about what should be done, for people who cannot be with… Continue reading Alone for the Holidays
Remembering with Respect
It’s Veteran’s Day 2017. It’s an important day. A day when all never served are remembering with Respect and gratitude all those who have served our country.
Would You Want to Know?
Have you seen the commercial where the woman squeals excitedly about her engagement ring. Her beau says he saved thousands at Overstock. Would you want to know?
Fools Risk Magic
April Fools’ Day is one of my favorite holidays. Not because of silly tricks, but because it reminds me to take risks. It’s good that not only fools take risks.