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    Author: Mary Catherine

    • Published writer that used to contribute a monthly article on any given subject to my local newspaper. I am no longer doing this and miss it. • Owned my own custom paint store, "Wild Woods". I called it "wall art" that consisted of murals, glazing, faux painting and also painting vinyl garage doors to look like wood or metal; usually copper. • Have had an interesting past 14 years living off the grid in a remote area in Southern Utah near the Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park in a progressive community that held many informative events with guest speakers, including a number of published authors, and hands-on exercises in various self-sufficient living. No longer living there. • I have another blog about grandparenting. This is a subject near and dear to my heart nowadays. *As part of "the sandwich generation", I was caught between helping my adults kids (usually with their kids) as well as caring for an elderly parent, my mother, who was suffering from dementia. I want to do some writing on the aspect of full time care givers to people with Alzheimer's as well. I feel I have learned a lot about this. ~ What a Juggling Act! Somewhere with all those balls up in the air, my own dreams had been put on hold for too long and now, after losing my mother just recently, and my grandkids in school, I hope to rekindle them. My husband and I are super busy doing major remodeling jobs on a house we purchased two years ago as well as extensive yard work. The house and yard projects, which include the restoration of an old cottage built in the 1800's that sits on the far, back corner of our three-fourths acre lot we own are keeping us both really busy. Amidst the ongoing projects, I try to squeeze in a moment here and there to work on my blogs. Creativity has always been an essential part of who I am and when I stop doing things like this, I feel like a robot mechanically moving around, just getting the necessities done. Art, Music, Writing, Gardening, Home Interior Decorating, Water Activities like swimming and kayaking are the things I crave and try to find time to do. We have to "make it a good day"!

    Ken Burns explains why some artists were not in his music documentary.

    A look into why some well known country singers were omitted from his music documentary.

    September 30, 2019September 30, 2019 by Mary Catherine

    America’s Best Idea, National Parks.

    Feel your spirit soar where the eagles fly.

    September 3, 2019September 18, 2019 by Mary Catherine

    Favorite Documentaries

    My favorite documentaries tell a story along the timelines of civilizations and inventions that changed our ways of life forever.

    August 23, 2019October 10, 2019 by Mary Catherine

    All Kids Are Artists, All Artists Are Kids

    All kids are artists until they start to feel that they aren’t. Give them the tools to do art and lots of space and see how fun it can be! No coaching unless asked.

    August 22, 2019December 17, 2019 by Mary Catherine

    Savvy Gram’s Favorite Quotes

    A lot is said in a good quote using only a few words.

    July 29, 2019December 17, 2019 by Mary Catherine

    Going Strong at Eighty

    Chronological age is only a number.

    July 14, 2019September 12, 2022 by Mary Catherine

    If you are attracted to their praise, their criticism will kill you – break free from that disempowering trap 🙏.

    This is a Guest Post that I just read. It’s beautifully written and very wise. I wanted to share it on my blog.If you are attracted to…… Read more “If you are attracted to their praise, their criticism will kill you – break free from that disempowering trap 🙏.”

    July 13, 2019August 3, 2019 by Mary Catherine

    Photos to Coloring Books

    My Etsy Store has some very unique gifts, custom made from your favorite photos. Great for Grandparents.

    July 12, 2019August 25, 2019 by Mary Catherine

    Mineral Spas Across the Southwest

    Welcome to the pleasure of soaking in a natural mineral hot spring. the benefits of and places to find them.

    July 12, 2019August 20, 2022 by Mary Catherine

    The Key to Happiness

    Staying as strong and happy as we possibly can, in spite of whatever tries to rob us of our joy, is the best thing we can do for ourselves and those we love.

    July 11, 2019March 3, 2021 by Mary Catherine

    Savvy Grams Adult Bibs

    Oversize “Bib” to keep you covered! Protect your clothes, especially good when ordering fast food and eating in the car or as a gift for that senior in your life who “has everything.”

    June 28, 2019August 4, 2019 by Mary Catherine

    Things I Love

    The things I love and dislike.. This was a writing challenge I did about five years ago and, surprisingly, nothing has changed.

    June 26, 2019August 3, 2019 by Mary Catherine

    Living Healthy

    The three most important elements to living a healthy life as a senior.

    June 23, 2019March 23, 2020 by Mary Catherine

    Today’s Reading Style:

    Books vs Magazines vs Phones
    How our reading style is changing….

    June 20, 2019September 12, 2022 by Mary Catherine

    Savvy Grams Favorite Products

    The products listed here are tried and true and the best I have found in their category.

    June 15, 2019November 2, 2019 by Mary Catherine

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