by Patty Machin | Jun 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
For a person with a giving heart, choosing which cause to support can be a daunting, even emotional process. How do you decide whether to give a donation to help hungry kids or elderly adults? There are many deserving, compelling causes out there, and each one pulls... by Patty Machin | Apr 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
As a giving circle made up of women, Mother’s Day holds special significance to the Women’s Fund of Smith County. Each year, we hold a luncheon dedicated to “the women who inspire us” in the days leading up to this special holiday. On May 4th, we will welcome our... by Patty Machin | Mar 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
Sometimes, we plan on doing things. And I mean, we really plan to do the things – I really plan on cleaning out my closets and drawers. I plan on getting a pair of trousers hemmed this Spring (the same pair of trousers that has been in my trunk since about this time... by Patty Machin | Feb 14, 2023 | Uncategorized
Valentine’s Day is already in our rearview mirrors, but the opportunity to celebrate love goes on as we think about our passions and how we show love to the special people in our lives. Many of our modern holidays are centered around gift giving. Probably more so than... by Patty Machin | Jan 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
This may sound strange, but I can remember learning about “giving pitfalls” as a child. Even at an early age, we learn rules about giving. Initially, you are taught to share everything, but gradually, giving and sharing what you have gets tricky. How can that be? How... by Patty Machin | Dec 6, 2022 | Uncategorized
Honestly, I don’t mind writing, but I do need an inspiration to get started. The unseasonable warm weather we are experiencing in the run up to Christmas, doesn’t exactly make one want to light a fire, put on a pot of soup, and sing carols. So, to look for ideas, I...