What to Do When a Family Member Dies

Carmen D. Lade

The death of a family member is something we typically don’t think about until it happens. Death is tragic yet unavoidable. When someone you love passes there are a number of things that must be done. While this is difficult to think about, knowing in advance what to do can […]

My Dad and I

Carmen D. Lade

My memories are a blur. A lot of feelings go through me as I try to recall the past, yours and mine. I feel like I’ve lived a thousand years, too many memories, some fleeting and some lasting. I wish I had software that will help my brain recollect the […]

Feeling Lucky to Be Irish

Carmen D. Lade

I was raised with an Irish Blessing that unknowingly helped to guide me through life. The prayer was displayed on the wall, of our humble kitchen. I remember it was carved into wood with delicately painted green shamrocks all around the verse. The blessing went like this: “May the road […]

How to Identify Antique Statues

Carmen D. Lade

Antiques represent the true art and history of a place. We have heard of vanished civilizations. However, their identity is preserved by the antiques we find today. That is the reason why antiques are priceless. An antique collector most likely is interested in the history and ancient art of certain […]

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