Category Archives: Family — Says It All

National Cancer Survivors Day (& Month)

Posted on June 5, 2022 by Cathy Burnham Martin

Hubby goes in for his 2nd 6-month PT scan next month after enduring the grotesquely challenging esophageal cancer treatment, which included lengthy chemo and the maximum radiation dosing a human body can endure. We remain confident his tests will still … Continue reading →

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National Paper Airplane Day

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Cathy Burnham Martin

Fly! Fly! Fly! Every May 26th comes this simple day of fanciful fun for children and adults. If you like folding your own paper airplanes, you may know the whimsical term “aerogami,” a nod to origami, the Japanese art of … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day!

Posted on May 8, 2022 by Cathy Burnham Martin

This is the day of days to celebrate Super Mom’s everywhere. We likely all know or have known mothers, step-moms, grandmothers, great-grandmothers, mothers-in-law, and mothers-to-be. Every day, but today especially, is an opportunity to respect, honor, and say, “Thank you” … Continue reading →

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National Superheroes Day

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Cathy Burnham Martin

I am blessed with one of the all-time best Mothers in or out of this world. She is my superhero. In a humble tribute to her, I wrote and released a special book on June 25, 2020, the day she … Continue reading →

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National Goof Off Day

Posted on March 22, 2022 by Cathy Burnham Martin

I read a cartoon once that said something like, “Job satisfaction comes from doing what you enjoy… without the boss finding out.” Wayyyy better when we can love our work!  As my hubby often says to me, “That’s not work. … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 25, 2021 by Cathy Burnham Martin

For us, in the United States of America, this is Thanksgiving. May we all pause to count our many blessings. Perhaps it was something small, like hearing the song of a bird outside. Perhaps we cherish something large, like extended … Continue reading →

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Today Is D-Day for “Destiny of Dreams”

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Cathy Burnham Martin

It’s official! My new historical fiction, Destiny of Dreams: Time Is Dear is now available in paperback and digital formats on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and beyond! Yes, it tells my Armenian ancestors’ story and has been a true labor … Continue reading →

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Feel Yourself Truly Living

Posted on October 20, 2018 by Cathy Burnham Martin

Sometimes Life is gleeful.  Other times?  Not so much.  However, I believe there is nothing wrong with feeling, even through the difficult times.  Someone lovingly pointed out to me recently that our blessings can even overwhelm grief.  That is not … Continue reading →

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What Kind of Man?

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Cathy Burnham Martin

What kind of man spends his entire life serving others?  Being kind and generous, true and loving?  What kind of man is hardworking, resourceful, and an ahead-of-his-time thinker?  Steadfast and persistent?  With the patience of Job?  What kind of man … Continue reading →

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Cranberry Capers

Posted on November 16, 2017 by Cathy Burnham Martin

‘Tis the season to add the tartness of cranberries to the menu.  While I offer the Cranberry Cooking cookbook full of super simple recipes, I share here a yummy way to start a day with the zing of cranberries. For … Continue reading →

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God Speed

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Cathy Burnham Martin

Life is a very difficult place to live. The telephone rings.  A loved one  has passed.  At 39, he is too young… and gone way too soon.  He is Christopher Martin, my husband’s first born and #1 eldest son.  Please … Continue reading →

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My Family Favorites Cookbook Trio Just Released

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Cathy Burnham Martin

They swamped me with work over these past three months, but my newest series has now arrived!  You’ll find over 600 recipes from my family, extended family, and some dear family friends.  Recipes were collected and preserved, some for generations. … Continue reading →

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Chronicles and Cathy

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Cathy Burnham Martin

YouTube has the program on which I just appeared on January 6, when Kevin Avard interviewed me regarding my latest books. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiKww1e1gCk# is the link or simply Google “Gate City Chronicles – Cathy Burnham” to check it out.  (Oh, my!  It … Continue reading →

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Blessing of Friends

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Cathy Burnham Martin

May marks my birthday month.  I really gave the event little thought.  I ended up spending the evening with wonderful friends strolling the Portsmouth harbor for the annual Hit the Decks event, heralding Spring on the New Hampshire seacoast.  Oh … Continue reading →

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Childhood Comfort Food Memories

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Cathy Burnham Martin

Even comfort food can’t always be about popcorn and hotdogs, although they remain not-so-secret favorites of mine still today.  Comfort food, when I was a child, included almost everything my Mom or Dad prepared.  It ranged from Mom’s melt-in-my-mouth whoopee … Continue reading →

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Christmas Celebrations to Cherish

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Cathy Burnham Martin

  For the love of Christmas!  I have always loved Christmas… the decorations, candlelight services, fresh baked aromas, music, parties, family gatherings, sharing.  But with no small children in the home any longer, the need for all the presents under … Continue reading →

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Fabulous Fall Foliage

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Cathy Burnham Martin

My mind marvels at God’s glory every year when the trees turn their gallantly green leaves to Autumn’s fiery pallet of red, yellow, orange, gold, bronze, and burgundy.  Each day I can literally watch the same trees and yet see … Continue reading →

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Paradise North Carolina

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Cathy Burnham Martin

I get it… I totally get it.  Silver Fox Farm is a pastoral paradise!  Hubby and I have been renovating a large ranch in North Carolina.  The original part was built by  his parents when they retired… a perfect escape … Continue reading →

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Graduation Day

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Cathy Burnham Martin

Ron’s #1 Eldest Daughter earned high academic honors in her studies to become a Registered Nurse.  Keira honored Dad by asking him to pin her in the RN Pinning Ceremony, which preceded the actual graduation.  All family members thorough enjoyed … Continue reading →

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For Mother’s Day

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Cathy Burnham Martin

For Mother’s Day I got thinking about family heritage… and food, naturally.  My parents are both wonderful  cooks and took great care to teach us good cooking technique along with the reasons “why.”  All the while, they instilled a spirit … Continue reading →

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Lobacious Lobster Time

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Cathy Burnham Martin

‘Tis the season to dig in… and not just to your backyard garden, if you are fortunate enough to have the space for one.  We mean it’s time to dig in to the most sweet and succulent lobster available in … Continue reading →

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I Do! I Do!

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Cathy Burnham Martin

I Do!  I Do! Hah!  Just returned from Hastings-on-the-Hudson where my brother, Jim, got married this past weekend.  He and his bride, Mindy, pulled off the most beautiful wedding in the midst of perfectly planned herb garden, beyond which a … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day Memory

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Cathy Burnham Martin

With Mother’s Day just passed, came lots of fond memories of great family times.  Traditions revolved around gathering as many relatives together as possible to share laughter and lots of splendid dining.  Enjoying wonderful food together is that ongoing common … Continue reading →

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