Some people practice yoga to calm themselves. Others use physical activity. I practice breakfast. Breakfast is a sacred time. It is a ritual where I can shut down my brain and focus on the present moment. It allows me to mentally prepare for the oncoming day, regardless of what I have planned. If I don’t ...

The holiday season is officially upon us, which means it’s time for me to go into elf mode. This time of year is my favorite. I love the magic of Christmas. I plan on putting up decorations all around my house with my teddy bear figurines, snow globe, pink Christmas tree, and the family Christmas ...

Summer is officially upon us, which means it’s time to relax in the sun and enjoy some tasty cookout food. My mom tried out her new grill last week. She made cheeseburgers, baked potato salad, and corn on the cob. Corn on the cob on the grill is very sweet with a hint of smokiness. ...

You can find previous issues on my author page here. Donovan and I were able to grab a few hours of sleep before Vera managed to wake up. We all went out for breakfast before we had to head downtown to meet Steve. Vera and Donovan really hit it off as they finally had time ...

Royal greetings were always the same at the palace. The essential staff (Guards, and the royal servants that would attend to the guests in question during their stay.) Then of course, Then there’s the royal family. Well, all of the ones that weren’t banished for treasons against their mother. These could range anywhere from slander ...