As a family, we have been making Oscars predictions for many years. Most of the time we have no idea who should win, but we take a wild guess, or we pick our favorite based on the name, actor or actress. Rarely have we seen every movie nominated for Best Picture. We...
It’s that time of year again when we rack our brains trying to come up with the perfect gift for everyone on our list. Some years I’m all in and really searching for that perfect item, and some years I get too stressed out and decide to go generic. In either case, I...
It’s November 1. Are you up for a gratitude challenge? Usually, during November, we are encouraging each other to be thankful for all we have. During the Thanksgiving meal, the dreaded question comes up. “What are you thankful for?” Then one by one you go around the...
Do you remember all of the fun you had with your kids in the fall? I remember the days when my husband and I would take our kids to the pumpkin patch. We would go on hayrides, pick out our pumpkins and maybe some apples, and enjoy the cool, sunny fall days. Then, we...
Today is a big day! One I am truly grateful to experience. So, I cannot help but offer a little advice to my son on his wedding day. It’s crazy to think how fast this time has gone since he was born 28 years ago. When my husband and I brought him home from the...
I love taking pictures to hold on to memories and capture stories of our lives. But photography does not come easy for me. I need some photography tips to make it a little easier. I wish I had more pictures of my family when we were younger. Memories fade and those...
Hi! I’m Laurie Jonas. I created Living Marvelously to encourage midlife women to rediscover their purpose, follow what brings them joy, and design a next chapter that feels truly fulfilling. Have a look around!
