Author Archives: Becky Dingle

Dear Reader: When Gin-g and I had lunch last week…she kept fumbling through through her purse…When I asked her what she was looking for…she replied “The ‘Boo’ ornament Debbie Baker gave me to give you.” The little ‘Boo’ sign had … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Yesterday was the annual Summerville MS Christmas luncheon at the Crossroads Community Church. This event brings much joy to everyone and I look forward to telling a Christmas story there each December. Elizabeth Peterson is the President of … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: The days are just getting “funner and funner.” Yesterday brought creative ideas, delicious cookies from my neighbor, and whimsical decorations to enjoy. The picture, above, came from my adorable neighbor, Vickie, who is Nana to her granddaughter, Crystal, … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: It came! I have been waiting and staring at my “Joan Turner” Advent Calendar… which means checking the mail throughout December looking for my annual, original Christmas card from the talented artist, John’s mom, Joan! When I returned … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Yesterday the blog decided to take me on a trip. I was reading an article which lead to another thought and article involving a poem which lead to a song and painting. When these days occur…I just keep … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Kaitlyn and Tommy have started an annual tradition of having family and friends over for the Mt. Pleasant Christmas Parade…this works well since they are right off Coleman Blvd in Mt. P. (Behind OOPS!) A great location to … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Every so often an incident occurs that reminds me why I love my town of Summerville. The people are the friendliest in the world and at Christmas this observation is only increased and magnified…like the Grinch’s heart. The … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Yesterday I dropped by Steve and Lassie’s house to drop off a package for Lassie. After I parked the car I just sat a little longer in it… admiring the Christmas decorations on the porch. I could feel … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: As I just typed the date of this blog and realized we were entering the double-digit numbers now in December…Christmas suddenly became larger and more imminent in my mind. (If I don’t have my usual number of views … Continue reading →

Dear Reader: Isn’t it easy to get caught up in the nostalgia of Christmases past and secretly wish those days and customs still existed? Like the picture in the title photo a lot of people love the idea of going … Continue reading →