by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 25, 2013 | Nancy Drew | Picture This
When I was little you couldn’t get my nose out of a Nancy Drew book! I loved to get lost in a mystery with my favorite teenage detective. I remember my mom calling me to do my chores and I would say, “Just one more chapter.” To which she would reply,...
by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 18, 2013 | London Police Citizen Academy | Stuff About Life
Once upon a time there was a little girl who wanted to go to the police academy. Of course, back then I thought policewomen ran around in fancy clothes and high heels. Yes, I wanted to be a Charlie’s Angel. I know what you’re thinking. Give your head a shake, Darlene....
by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 11, 2013 | Lest we forget, Remembrance Day | Stuff About Life
Today is Remembrance Day. It’s a day we set aside to remember those who fought for our freedom and for those who continue to do so. But do we really take time out of our busy schedules to do this? And why only once a year? Shame on us for not paying more...
by Darlene L. Turner | Nov 4, 2013 | cross stitch, knitting | Calming Crafts
As a little girl I loved to watch my mom work on her crafts. She always had some type of needle in her hand whether she was knitting, cross stitching, quilting, or sewing. Her passion shone through with every stitch. Everything she created turned out gorgeous. She was...