by Patty Roper | photos by Melanie Thortis
On February 14, people enjoy exchanging cards, candy, or flowers with their “valentines.” Cupid is portrayed on Valentine’s Day cards as a cherub sending arrows of love, but the Roman God Cupid actually began in Greek mythology as the Greek god of love, Eros. Hearts...
by Patty Roper | photos by Melanie Thortis
I have so many fond memories of our family reunions. My dad was from a large family, so our family gatherings always had many relatives, some of whom we rarely saw except once a year. There were lots of cousins of all ages, aunts and uncles, great aunts and great...
by Patty Roper | photo by Bonnie Dickerson
Lush green ferns and blooming branches, spring bulbs, bunnies, and eggs filled with single blooms create the perfect background for an easy Easter brunch buffet served on the sideboard. Set the table with Grandma’s beautiful antique floral dishes in bright spring...