What a treat to meet so many people when I presented four workshops at the Kitsap Regional Libraries in October as part of the One Book, One Community program. I presented two workshops on Preserving Family Stories and two on Creating Photo Books using Blurb.com, Shutterfly.com, and other online programs.

In the middle of October I joined my husband’s cousin, Peggy Hart, for a 10-day trip to Israel. What a whirlwind! We saw so many fabulous historic sites and many others of religious significance to Christians, Muslims, and Jews. I snapped 2,500 photos and trimmed those down to 1,800, which I posted on Facebook to share with anyone who was interested. I’d love to return to Israel someday and spend more time meditating at some of these places.

My husband and I have been busy the last several weeks selling Christmas trees in both Centralia and Toledo. It’s always a fun time because my brother-in-law from Bellingham visits to help us.

I love hearing from family and friends who send cards. Treasure this time making memories with your family and friends.

Best wishes for a fabulous 2014!