Thank you for reading Ozarks Maven! As a gesture of appreciation for reading my blog, I’m sharing one of my favorite stories with...

Spring is here, and that means many things. It means the world is awakening from its winter slumber, allergy season is in full swing, and...

It’s amazing what you can learn from a group of your peers when you take the time to discuss your knowledge, beliefs, and practices. I...

My plans for yesterday were simple. I was going to get my hair cut, do some laundry, buy groceries, clean my house, and spend several...

Many companies require periodic employee training. My personal experience has shown me that most people have little patience for required...

I think it’s important to relax and decompress every now and then. I turned another year older on Saturday. When my husband asked me what...

This weekend is one of my favorite events of the year. April 6th and 7th is the Neosho, Missouri city-wide sale. That means that the...

Time is a premium for me lately. I snag snippets of time when I can. I’m taking my mother-in-law for cataract surgery today. I will be...

Toddlers are interesting little people. There’s never a dull moment with one around. When you have two together, that’s when you know the...

Saving money is something that I always endeavor to do in all aspects of my life. My medical supplies are no different. I’ve owned many...

Easter was a joyous holiday in my house while I was growing up. We boiled and decorated Easter Eggs with food coloring a few days before...

I have a very soft heart. No matter how old my step-kids get, I still have a strong instinct to see to their protection and happiness....

Spring is here.Summer is coming soon. For many families,that means road trips are imminent. I’m preparing to embark on one such trip. My...

Caveat emptor is Latin for “let the buyer beware.” Most of us are careful to examine our goods prior to purchasing them. At least I am. I...

It’s amazing what you can learn just by talking to others in your field. I find this to be true in my professional life as well as my...

What inspires you? What nourishes your creativity and really gets your imagination going? I’m currently sitting at a table by a window at...

I love my family. I also love peace and quiet while I’m writing. A family of five people under one roof means I get very little peace and...

My employer switched insurance companies this year. Overall, I’m happy with them. I’m allowed to choose which health system I wish to...

Illness around my area has become so bad that one of our local schools has closed for two days so all of the buildings, buses, and...

I promised you, my dear readers, updates on my work from time to time. I’ve decided to share a little about my novel with you. I’ve never...