Taylor Leddin-Mcmaster

In this week’s “A Taylor-Made Life,” Taylor Leddin-McMaster writes about her grandfather's impending 95th birthday and all that he's seen in his years.

Taylor Leddin-McMaster (Tiffany Blanchette) Believe it or not, we're on the cusp of another Mother's Day. While I'm thrilled that it's May, I am astounded by the quick passage of time.

Taylor Leddin-McMaster (Tiffany Blanchette) This will be the last column I pen as a 31-year-old. Saturday, my age will turn the page to 32.

Taylor swims in the Crater at the Homestead during a recent trip to Utah for a bachelorette party. (Provided by Taylor Leddin-McMaster)

Taylor Leddin-McMaster (Tiffany Blanchette) Earlier this month, Matthew Broderick and Alan Ruck appeared on “The Today Show” to honor the 40th anniversary of “Ferris Bueller's Day Off.”

Taylor Leddin-McMaster (Tiffany Blanchette) By Taylor Leddin-McMaster Something that becomes more true with age is how much control we have over our own joy.

Taylor Leddin-McMaster (Tiffany Blanchette) A few columns ago, I wrote about how I would love the opportunity to hear your stories.

Taylor Leddin-McMaster (Tiffany Blanchette) Another Merchant Street MusicFest has come and gone. I'm pretty sure I've said this every year, but this has been my favorite one yet.

The Currents of Kankakee's fundraiser, Boat House Rock!, filled the area behind the Glade Plumbing and Knack Brewing and Fermentations with music and community spirit on Saturday, Aug. 8. (Taylor Leddin-McMaster)

Mayor of Sterling Diana Merdian, center, presents actors, from left, Michael Tucci, Lorenzo Lamas, Barry Pearl and Jamie Donnelly with keys to the city and proclaims Aug. 22 as “Grease Day.” (Taylor Leddin-McMaster)