Monthly Archives: May 2026

The Stonewood Writing Group, weeks 25-34

Posted on May 15, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Here is my next installment of Journal and Writing lessons from the Stonewood Writing Group that started in September 2025.  I prepare and send a lesson every week to friends who want to improve their journaling.  If you’d like to … Continue reading →

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On Honoring Our Mothers by Becky Hemsley

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

When I was little, I thought my mother’s words were just words. They were the background hum of the house. Shoes off at the door. Say thank you properly. You’ll understand when you’re older. I didn’t know she was handing … Continue reading →

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Grandma Elsa Schaefer Laemmlen’s Cookbook and Recipes

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

A couple of weeks ago I mentioned finding my Grandma’s Pickled Figs recipe and how happy that made me. I did not mention that another treasure I found in that box from my Dad was my Grandma Elsa’s 1928 German … Continue reading →

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