Back to school time is bittersweet. I love summer with its laid back agenda. Then comes late August. Gone are the long days of summer with time to play, to learn new skills and perfect old ones like swimming and bike riding, to explore the backyard, parks, museums, and […]
What is Joy?
Trying to define joy is like drinking water from one hand. You can only capture a bit at a time. It is more than happiness, more than contentment, more than gratitude, though they all are certainly components of joy. Joy is a feeling, but it is also an attitude toward life. Abraham Lincoln said “most […]


Welcome! I’m Charlene. I love to share quick and easy recipes, whatever I’ve learned in our last DIY project – anything that helps make life easier, better and more fun!! I hope you will find inspiration and add a pinch of joy to your day!