The Reality of Leprechauns
Truly wee folk or folklore, leprechauns are entertaining—and sometimes—chilling to ponder. While driving through Ireland in 2005, our...
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Mary Doyle
- Dec 20, 2022
What Child is This?
Do you know this baby’s name? Most of you will recognize this ornament as a representation of Jesus, even though it’s unlikely that Jesus...
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Mary Doyle
- Nov 22, 2022
Turkey Truths
The popularity of turkeys in North America came about in an interesting way. Turkeys are thought to have been domesticated more than...
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Mary Doyle
- Nov 14, 2022
Modified Holidays for Loved Ones with Dementia
With the holidays approaching, all the fun and memorable events ahead present increased challenges for people with dementia. In addition,...
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Mary Doyle
- May 5, 2022
Tulip Timing is Everything
Have you ever experienced a time when everything you did turned out perfectly? You set out for an adventure, and with each step, you...
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Mary Doyle
- Nov 23, 2020
Thanksgiving Mussels
The aroma of turkey roasting in the oven along with stuffing, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin...
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Mary Doyle
- Dec 12, 2018
Sweet Twisted History
With the progression of the seasons comes the move from everything pumpkin to everything peppermint. But if the iconic Christmas...
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Mary Doyle
- Nov 23, 2016
Stop! Reflect! Give Thanks!
I’m not one to long for the past. My life’s been a mix of extremes—excellent and dreadful times. I look back on the good ones with...
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Mary Doyle
- Mar 19, 2016
The Dawn of Spring
Color returning to our baby’s cheeks. The price of gasoline going down. Greenery poking through the dark earth. We search for signs of...
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Mary Doyle
- Feb 13, 2016
What a Woman Wants
The days of my husband, Marshall, showering me with lavish gifts are long gone. No more jewelry, flowers, or chocolates from my...
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Mary Doyle
- Dec 31, 2015
How to Keep That Resolution
Tonight’s the night to begin anew. The approach of the New Year raises hopes for better living, and we do this with resolutions, our part...
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Mary Doyle
- Nov 21, 2015
What Time Is It?
My apologies for the lapse in posting. The last month and a half flew by vacationing with one of my daughters and her family; preparing...
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Mary Doyle
- Mar 29, 2015
Hard Baked
One of the pressing questions of the week is how to make a perfect hard-boiled egg for the family Easter egg coloring marathon. A...
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Mary Doyle
- Mar 14, 2015
Friendship, Love, and Loyalty
Shamrocks are perhaps the most common symbol of the Irish, but Claddaghs can’t be far behind. Americans from all nationalities are...
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Mary Doyle
- Dec 21, 2014
Time Out
You are hereby given a time out. You are instructed to sit quietly and do nothing for at least 20 minutes. This is not a punishment. It...
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Mary Doyle
- Dec 14, 2014
Turning Flaws Into Assets
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer had a very shiny nose, and that nose helped make him the reindeer we’ve grown to know and love. The...
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Mary Doyle
- Oct 14, 2014
Pumpkin Everything
Pumpkin biscotti, latte, bread, soup, and even ravioli. This is the season for pumpkin everything. The fruit—yes, botanists consider...
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Mary Doyle
- Aug 15, 2014
Pack a Basket
Some of the most romantic paintings visible at the Art Institute of Chicago depict picnic scenes without any wind, rain, humidity, or...
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Mary Doyle
- Jul 18, 2014
Don’t Ask for Ketchup on That Dog
The crack of a baseball bat and aroma of hot dogs heaped in condiments signal summer is here in full swing. And the two often go...
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Mary Doyle
- Jul 3, 2014
Light Up the Sky in Red, White, and Blue
What would 4th of July be without fireworks? Fireworks mark occasions that need to be celebrated in a very special way, and celebrating...
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