Author: The Millbrook Times
Baxter Creek Golf Club Eagerly Awaits the Start of the Season
If you think you are frustrated with the delay in the golf season – imagine what it feels like for Baxter Creek owners and staff who would normally be welcoming back customers this week…
The Lusty Month of May?
As I write this May is only a week away, yet it feels like March. I know it’s ridiculous, but what with the weather and this pandemic, the world feels upside down. But we…
Your Smile Rocks!
Anonymous messages of encouragement have been distributed around town in the form of decorated rocks. Thanks for helping to cheer us up!
The Good, the Bad and the Pastry
Several years ago, I found myself in a state of financial hardship. Desperate times called for desperate measures and I resorted to an unexpected coping mechanism to endure the situation. I didn’t turn to…
Lending Your Calm to Your Children in Challenging Times; A Self-Reg Lens
Do you ever have those moments where you find yourself saying out loud, “They know I’m having a bad day so why do they insist on making harder?” I bet we all have; we…
Forgiveness: A Mother’s Gift
Mother’s Day is coming soon. This year our celebration will be different. For many of us, keeping Mother safe means keeping her alone. We will talk with her on SKYPE or Facetime. We might…
A Different Kind of Walk for MS Supporters
At this time in any normal year, I am usually busy sending out emails and visiting sponsors, asking for their generous donations in support of Multiple Sclerosis. This year, it saddens me to have…
Common Ground – May 2020
Stone walls do not a prison make, Nor iron bars a cage…. Richard Lovelace I couldn’t resist that particular quote which seems apt when so many people have been spending more time at home.…
Irish Stew Goes to a Good Cause
You may already have heard that S. John’s Church, Ida was forced to cancel its annual Irish Supper which would have taken place on March 14th. A small mountain of delicious Irish stew had…