Growing up, Christmas at the tree lot wasn’t just about picking the perfect tree. It was a full-blown adventure, and my sister and I were always at the center of it. Every year, we’d run through the trees, weaving in and out of the rows like our lives depended on it. My dad would count to ten, giving us a head start, and then we’d take off, dodging low branches and trying to blend in with the camouflage jackets we’d sometimes wear. As we got older, and a little bigger, the game got more difficult, and let’s be honest, less graceful, but that didn’t stop us. It became a tradition, no matter how ridiculous it looked.

I’ve always believed that the simplest lessons are often the most powerful ones. My mom often said, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” To me this wasn’t just a catchy phrase; it was a rule to live by. She taught me early on that treating others with kindness and respect wasn’t just the right thing to do–it was the way to build better relationships and a happier life. This wasn’t some abstract concept to her; it was something she lived every day, and she made sure we understood it, too.

One of my favorite memories with my mom is when my sister, my mom, and I would all dance around the house while our player-piano played. The music would fill the room all the way to our high ceilings and she’d always say, “Dance like no one’s watching.” It didn’t matter if we had rhythm or not, we’d just spin around, laugh and enjoy the moment. There was something special about those little dance sessions, where the goal wasn’t to look good or follow any rules, we just had fun and we were together.  

Hi there! We’re so excited to welcome you to our blog. My sister, my mom, and I have created this blog to share the wisdom, encouragement, and love that my mom has said many times over. Our mom has always had a saying for every situation, and over time, we’ve realized just how much these words have shaped the way we think, act, and navigate life. So, we decided to share some of her best quotes with you, along with the stories and lessons behind them. We hope this blog becomes a place where you feel inspired, supported, and encouraged-just as we have from our mom’s words.