A Little Light from 1967 I came across this photo of The Heffron Kids—my brother, sister, and me—standing in the sun on Easter morning, 1967. We’re each holding our little baskets, filled with the eggs we had carefully dyed the night before at our kitchen table. Dressed in our Easter best, we squinted into the light, doing our best to pose for the photo. I look so serious, but I’m pretty sure it was just the sun in my eyes. I thought I’d share it with you today and send a simple wish for...

Open-Window Morning Before diving into your day’s tasks, open a window—just a crack if it’s chilly. Close your eyes and let the gentle morning air brush your face. Breathe in the freshness, allowing it to energize and awaken you before you pick up your phone or turn on the TV. Taking care of yourself, both mentally and physically, is crucial as you navigate life transitions. You're not alone, and there is a path forward, even if it doesn't feel like it right now. If you know someone that...

Replacements There used to be a company called Replacements—the go-to place for finding discontinued china patterns. It was where you could track down the exact gravy boat you dropped on Thanksgiving, the one that shattered into a thousand porcelain pieces and, according to my mom (a.k.a. Doreen), broke Great Grandma’s legacy right along with it. The beauty of a china pattern is its consistency. Every plate, cup, saucer—identical. It’s a pattern, after all. Replace one, and it seamlessly fits...