1968: “One of the most tumultuous years in American history” .. According to history.com The assassination of RFK The assassination of Martin Luther King The student protests against the war The Tet Offensive in Vietnam North Korea seizes a ship
Author Archives: Elaine Sycks
I don’t worry about it anymore…
I realized a while ago that what I need to be most concerned with is that I am a person who operates with good character.
Chapter 22 “The Betrayal” (from “The Councilman’s Gambit”)
“We’ve uncovered something… significant,” Steele said, her gaze intense, her usuallycomposed demeanor fractured by the gravity of the revelation. “It goes deeper thanwe ever imagined.” She produced a photograph – a blurry image from a security camera at one of theSyndicate’s known meeting places. It depicted a figure in silhouette, but Patrickrecognized the distinctive tailoredContinue reading “Chapter 22 “The Betrayal” (from “The Councilman’s Gambit”)”
Any time I am involved in something with either my family or my art
Simple: if it involves my husband or kids or my art. I used to be the world’s biggest social butterfly. Countless church functions, community events, business networking….. Now, if I am in the garage with my music and paint canvases or doing anything with my husband and kids, that will make me happy any dayContinue reading “Any time I am involved in something with either my family or my art”
New Week Inspiration
#Christmasweek #motivation #inspiration #Godshelp
Turning Roadblocks into Stepping Stones
Turning Roadblocks into Stepping Stones: How Challenges Become Teachers Life rarely unfolds in a straight line. Detours appear without warning—missed opportunities, setbacks, mistakes, and moments when the path ahead feels blocked. It’s easy to see these roadblocks as signs to stop or turn back. But what if they’re not barriers at all? What if they’reContinue reading “Turning Roadblocks into Stepping Stones”
Washington State Fair 2025 Holiday Magic Festival
Last weekend my husband and I (as our Christmas present to each other) spent an evening at the 2025 Holiday Magic Festival at the Washington State Fairgrounds. An evening of wood-fired pizza, spiced Chai, strawberry shortcake made from the famous Fisher Scones, the twinkle tunnel, train ride, holiday carousel, and so much more!
Otherwise known as how to identify someone’s top vices in 3…2…1 :-)
No surprise! COFFEE (for me) Diet Mountain Dew (My husband) Cheezits (for my kids) We REALLY should own stock in that company Whatever our cat wants Alot of milk
My father in law….
Next week will mark the two anniversary of my father in law’s passing. Time does not heal all wounds. He was a Godly and faithful husband, father and grandfather that loved his family. I miss our daily meme of the day exchange.
The Hilarious Short Answer – No!
The sum total of today: My car broke down and would not start and is currently in the shop. We had a horrible storm pass through during the night. We had no power for 12 hours. Several trees came down so the roof, yard, and other car are covered in tree limbs, pine branches andContinue reading “The Hilarious Short Answer – No!”
Lemon and Rosemary 