Never been to the Midwest? You don’t know what you’re missing. Until you can safely travel, here’s the next best thing. Dinner and a movie set in Wisconsin, or starring one of our own.

Rosa Parks is remembered as the first lady of civil rights, for her pivotal role in the Montgomery bus boycott. On December 1, 1955 Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger.

Virtual angels are everywhere. In fact, one flew to my inbox just the other day. This was no ordinary angel.

Living on a lake has always been a dream of mine. If I close my eyes, I can almost picture it. The sky blue waves crashing against the shore of our cozy lakeside cottage in Minnesota. Our family gathered around a crackling fire toasting S’mores after a full day boating.

London is currently on lockdown. Until you can visit in person, pop in a movie or watch a series set in London. It won’t be the same as touring the royal city in person, but it will temporarily transport you there and might tide you over until your next trip. Bon voyage!

This colorful salad packed with essential nutrients was inspired by one on the menu at The Dog and Duck, a historic British pub in Soho. Bursting with a sweet, nutty flavor, tossed with my own Zabelicious Dressing, it's the perfect combination to please your palate.

These pumpkin muffins are exceptional and are a favorite of family and friends, who always ask for the recipe. Check out the funny story of how these muffins ended up on the wrong doorstep one frigid night!

Here’s a family favorite cookie that truly melts in your mouth! A dear friend shared the recipe with me over twenty years ago.

Everyone has a story. What’s yours? I am a storyteller at heart and was born curious. At a young age, I walked around the house with a tape recorder interviewing family members. Later, I would share their stories in pretend newscasts, which paved the way for my early career in broadcast journalism.

There was always room for company at Grandma and Grandpa Haluska’s table. It wasn’t fancy or very large, but it was always set properly, with placemats or a tablecloth, and Grandma’s beautiful blue and white china.

Every day is filled with moments of choice. Lots of little things that can impact your life in a big way. How we respond is up to us.

The Dog and the Duck. Two couples, a London pub, and a shared anniversary lead to a friendship that spans continents.

Once restrictions are lifted, the streets of London will be buzzing with night life again. When that time comes, I highly recommend you pop into a tiny British pub called, The Dog and Duck. You never know who you might meet.

My Garden of Friendship. Settling in after a move to a new state was a challenge until I opened my heart to the friendships that were being offered.

The uplifting story of a two-time cancer survivor who never gives up. If anyone deserves another miracle, it’s Mona. Follow her journey.

A creation of mine that came out of a sparse pantry on a wintry day, when the kids were young and I couldn’t get to the grocery store.

Take time to pause, reflect and start writing your story.

I prefer the romance of writing with a feathered pen in an old school paper planner, which usually doubles as a journal. Selecting the perfect one is an expedition, like no other.