Heart of the Home
9/30/2011 4:13:41 PM
A personal account of a cooking catastrophe.
9/30/2011 4:11:58 PM
A personal account of a cooking catastrophe.
9/30/2011 4:10:12 PM
A personal account of a cooking catastrophe.
9/30/2011 3:56:35 PM
A personal account of a cooking catastrophe.
9/30/2011 3:53:20 PM
A personal account of a cooking catastrophe.
9/30/2011 3:50:28 PM
A personal account of a cooking catastrophe.
9/30/2011 3:47:12 PM
A personal account of a cooking catastrophe.
9/30/2011 3:41:26 PM
A personal account of a cooking catastrophe.
8/4/2011 4:23:37 PM
Readers share stories of how adoption has touched their lives.
8/4/2011 4:21:50 PM
Readers share stories of how adoption has touched their lives.
8/4/2011 4:19:37 PM
Readers share stories of how adoption has touched their lives.
8/4/2011 4:17:37 PM
Readers share stories of how adoption has touched their lives.
8/4/2011 4:15:32 PM
Readers share stories of how adoption has touched their lives.
8/4/2011 4:13:15 PM
Readers share stories of how adoption has touched their lives.
8/4/2011 4:10:19 PM
Readers share stories of how adoption has touched their lives.
8/4/2011 3:48:40 PM
Readers share stories of how adoption has touched their lives.
8/4/2011 3:42:35 PM
Readers share stories of how adoption has touched their lives.
6/10/2011 12:11:24 PM
CAPPER's readers share more stories about life before modern conveniences.
6/10/2011 11:48:30 AM
CAPPER's readers recall what life was like in the good ol' days, before modern conveniences came along.
4/11/2011 2:35:07 PM
More stories from readers about the matrimonial happenings that made their wedding day memorable.
4/11/2011 2:27:59 PM
In the Heart of the Home section of Capper's, readers share matrimonial happenings that made their day memorable.
1/28/2011 2:44:01 PM
More stories from readers about severe weather plans and preparations.
1/28/2011 10:55:53 AM
Readers share personal experiences of severe weather and what they do to prepare for it.
1/20/2011 1:53:54 PM
The tale of the Sell's most recent endeavor: adding a third child to their family, in the comfort of their own home.
1/2/2011 2:20:40 PM
Our first white Christmas since we left Missouri is a special gift indeed.
12/9/2010 4:04:34 PM
Readers share stories of how they keep busy inside when the weather outside is cold.
11/29/2010 1:37:05 PM
Becky describes the emotional aspect of her family's farming history, thereby filling in the missing parts of how/why she and Andy arrived at St. Brigid's Meadows.
10/12/2010 2:36:23 PM
Readers share even more memories of unusual holidays.
10/12/2010 2:31:57 PM
Readers share their personal stories of unusual or nontraditional holidays.
8/2/2010 2:39:29 PM
More stories from readers about their pen pals, including friends from Australia and Egypt, as well as in the United States.
8/2/2010 2:33:06 PM
Readers share stories of their pen pals, some whose friends are from England and Germany and other countries.
6/14/2010 10:31:30 AM
Readers tell what makes their hometowns special, including such things as the Dan River in Danbury, North Carolina, where many visitors enjoy tubing, the Whittle the Wood carving competition in Craig, Colorado, and the annual Homecoming celebration in Puxico, Missouri.
6/14/2010 10:15:40 AM
Readers share stories of the heritage of their hometowns, including the Pony Express, Willa Cather's Childhood Home, Arthur Capper's ties to Kansas, the 1966 tornado in Topeka, Kansas, the American Falls in Niagara Falls, New York, and the takedown of the McCarty Gang in Delta, Colorado.
4/8/2010 8:50:33 AM
Readers share even more stories about their favorite summertime things.
4/7/2010 4:44:57 PM
Readers share stories of what they enjoy most about summer.
2/5/2010 11:03:45 AM
Readers share ore heartwarming stories about their blessings in disguise.
2/5/2010 10:35:30 AM
Readers share stories of things that have happened in their lives that at first seemed tragic, but later became looked upon as blessings in disguise.
12/15/2009 4:44:34 PM
Readers share their wishes for themselves and their loved ones, including such things as traveling, health and success.
10/16/2009 12:07:10 PM
Readers share more heartwarming stories of holidays spent far from home.
10/16/2009 11:55:35 AM
Readers share touching stories of spending the holiday season away from home, whether it was because of being in the military, choosing to visit family in another state or country, or some other reason.
8/21/2009 8:50:26 AM
Readers share even more stories of teachers and classmates who inspired them.
8/21/2009 8:45:31 AM
Readers share their memories of inspirational teachers and/or classmates who influenced them.
6/19/2009 3:31:51 PM
Readers share even more stories of their special family reunions, including one with a theme, one with a pig roast and one in which the family came together to help their elderly parents on the family farm.
6/19/2009 3:13:30 PM
Readers share stories of family reunions that were heartfelt, funny, interesting, competitive, historical, playful and traditional.
5/12/2009 12:00:00 AM
Reader's father stressed education by taking the family to historical sites for vacation.
5/12/2009 12:00:00 AM
Her father's advice on driving proved to be helpful in other areas of her life.
5/12/2009 12:00:00 AM
Her father saw the value in other people's junk and told his children those items would be worth something someday.
5/11/2009 12:00:00 AM
A reader recalls how encouraging her father was about her artistic talents.
4/9/2009 12:00:00 AM
One reader was proud to have graduated from college at the same time as her uncle.
4/9/2009 12:00:00 AM
A reader recounts a story about an unexpeceted speech her uncle had to give at his graduation.
4/9/2009 12:00:00 AM
In spite of her busy family life, one reader pursued and received a master's degree.
3/19/2009 12:00:00 AM
A reader who wasn't able to attend kindergarten as a child later volunteered to be a helper in a kindergarten class, completeing her education.
3/19/2009 12:00:00 AM
Former beautician finds joy in volunteering at a nursing facility giving manicures to female residents.
2/10/2009 12:00:00 AM
One reader tells about the time she and her husband were surrounded by flood waters during a time she was expecting her first child.
2/10/2009 12:00:00 AM
Tragedies have a tendency to bring out the best in people. After a devasting tornado, neighbors helped neighbors get through the aftermath.
2/10/2009 12:00:00 AM
Long before Hurricane Katrina, another hurricane brought neighbors in a New Orleans neighborhood together.
1/13/2009 12:00:00 AM
Dogs and cats are both good hunters. A reader shares his story of the dog and cat her had who were both rabbit hunters in thier own right.
1/13/2009 12:00:00 AM
Were it not for her heroic dog, this reader may not be alive to tell her remarkable tale.
1/13/2009 12:00:00 AM
One reader tells a delightful tale of raising an orphaned squirrel.
12/29/2008 12:00:00 AM
Staying active mentally is just as important as keeping fit physically, especially in later years. A reader shares ways she stays mentally and physically fit.
12/29/2008 12:00:00 AM
For one reader, a daily walk led to writing a column for a local newspaper.
12/29/2008 12:00:00 AM
Living in a health-conscious community allows one reader to maintain a regular exercise program.
11/19/2008 12:00:00 AM
Television in the 1960s made for better viewing and watching those programs today bring back pleasant memories.
11/19/2008 12:00:00 AM
Reader's limited TV viewing was spent watching her favorite program, Private Secretary.
10/27/2008 12:00:00 AM
One of my most memorable moments happened February 20, 1962, when we were living in Leesburg, Fla.
10/27/2008 12:00:00 AM
I would imagine that few Americans thought about the war in Europe before the Pearl Harbor attack.
10/27/2008 12:00:00 AM
In the spring of 1948, my mother raised frying chickens, and my sister and I would take them to the local grocery store and sell them.
9/25/2008 12:00:00 AM
Admiring God's work easy in autumn, Fall sparks memories of beauty, enjoyment, and more.
9/22/2008 12:00:00 AM
Time alone with grandma a special memory, Grandma takes pride in grandsons, Students celebrate Grandparents Day, and more.
8/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Creativity passed on to granddaughter, Art class led to fulfilling hobby, Festive salads make great summertime fare, and more.
7/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Fourth of July picnic filled with music, Brother arrives on Independence Day, Family created own holiday celebration, and more.
6/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Daughter appreciated what father did for her, others, Call leads to reunion with Dad, Eighth child came as Father's Day gift, and more.
5/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Unexpected child becomes a Mother’s Day blessing, Son’s homemade card precious gift, Mother’s ring remains treasure, and more.
4/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Simple pleasures discovered during Depression, Kids found fun in family barn, Appetizing recipes, and more.
3/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Farm life was simple, happy time for her, Growing up on farm was great experience, Father’s Day Memories, and more.
2/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Husband's last words still a comfort to her, Daughter fondly remembers parents' romance, Sincere gestures are romantic, and more.
1/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Family has loads of fun making funny snowman, Blizzards meant parties and no school, Keep these ideas in mind for easy wintertime entertaining, and more.
12/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Christmas Gifts: Readers share stories of favorite gifts.
11/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
CAPPER's readers share their thoughts on what modern-day conveniences made life better and/or easier.
10/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Man outlives nicknames, Girl gives teacher lasting nickname, Dad and uncle give child a lifelong nickname, Enjoy Breakfast for Dinner with Your Family Tonight, and more.
9/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Years spent with husband was her dream vacation, Dream vacation taken each year, Trip across country was dream vacation for couple, and more.
8/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Fly away with our loyal readers as they share their favorite airplane memories in this month's installment of Heart of the Home.
7/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Loyal readers share stories of struggle, persistance and success as children venturing into the world to earn extra money.
6/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Catchy little tune caught husband, Faulty piano made duet unforgettable, Mom's song made kids feel special, and more.
5/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
'Birthday girl' was delighted, Church's 175th anniversary was memorable, Little 'ladies' thoroughly enjoyed family's 'Tea Time' tradition, and more.
4/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Easter egg hunts are still a delight, Nana made Easter a special holiday, Making dress with mother became a tradition, and more.
3/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Cousin's words drove out envy, Envious behavior lowered her grade, recipes for traditional Irish meals, and more.
2/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Glad her admirer wasn't a tennis pro, Husband and wife made lucky catches, Managed to find love when she wasn't looking, and more.
1/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Making snow angels is fun annual tradition, Sister didn’t last long outdoors, Loved playing Fox and Goose, and more.
12/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Children's happiness was worth the effort, Still has stocking after 60 years, Parents made Christmas special, and more.
11/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Cappers
10/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Family learned lesson on vacation in Florida A number of years ago, my husband won an all-expenses-paid trip to Walt Disney World in Florida, and we were able to take our two sons with us. We flew out of a Midwest airport to Chicago and then to Orlando, Fla.
9/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
I hardly ever looked forward to the first day of school that I can recall. I always dreaded the end of summer and going back to a school routine that included homework, papers and tests.
8/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Bright sunlight helped her find diamond ring. I had a diamond ring that I wore on my pinkie. It was a bit loose, but not too bad. One day, I went to take my rings off as I normally do, and the ring was gone.
7/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
A Letter From Kate
Dear Readers,
I love finding a bargain, but then, doesn’t everyone? When I walk into one of my favorite stores and see clearance racks, I get a little rush. As I dig through the sale items and find things I like, my pulse actually starts racing, especially if it’s a really good sale. I enjoy the items I buy on sale even more, just knowing that I saved money.
6/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Dear Readers,
I enjoyed reading all the letters we received about camping for this issue. On a housekeeping note, I’d like to issue a request for submissions for Space Place. I’ve had a shortage of usable artwork over the last few months, and I’d like to ask for your help. I suspect that many of you will have grandchildren visiting over the summer months, and it’s a perfect time to let them flex their creative muscles by drawing, painting, writing poetry, or expressing themselves in whatever form of art they enjoy.
5/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
A Letter From Kate
Dear Readers,
Well, another Pillsbury Bake-Off contest has come and gone. This year’s was the fourth one I’ve attended, and it was just as enjoyable as the first. And the location, at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Orlando, Fla., was perfect this year. It was hard to believe I was basking in sunshine and 80-degree weather while my family at home in Kansas was dealing with an early spring blizzard.
4/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Orchids bring back beautiful memories
I admire every kind of flower. I grow as many as I can fit in my tiny garden, even though I am 85 years old.
3/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Includes four poems regarding snow, winter and Valentine's Day
1/26/2006 12:00:00 AM
Includes reader-contributed letters regarding favorite presidents, recipes, patterns, a prayer and a letter from Kate Marchbanks.