Hey, Jack? Did anybody at school today talk about what happened at the Oscars last night? Yeah. Okay…..Care to share what they said? That Will Smith smacked Chris Rock upside the head after he told a joke about Will’s wife. Okay….and how do you feel about that? I don’t know. (Pause) Mom, why’d he do … More My Hero
Almost two weeks ago my baby turned 8. Her birthday marks the grand finale in the annual 4-month stretch of birthday and holiday extravaganzas for my family. Or, as I like to call it, the time period where the word “budget” is mocked, stomped on, and kicked to the curb. At this juncture it is … More MAGIC
Some people live for Halloween. They genuinely enjoy dressing up, chaos, and candy-fueled kids running amok. I do not. If there was a “Grinch” of Halloween, that would be me. Others have a soft spot for Thanksgiving. They love the food, the family, and the football. They actually watch the parade. I mean, I like … More All I Want For Christmas Is You
A letter to my oldest as he heads off to Middle School…. Dearest Jack, I know that in the history of the world, moving up to Middle School isn’t a huge deal. And I don’t know if it’s because these last 15 months have aged us all, but you seem way older to me these … More Have It All
Vacation [vey-key-shuhn]: 1. A period of suspension of work, study, or other activity, usually used for rest or travel. 2. Freedom or release from duty, business, or activity. Isn’t it great to see things slowly getting back to normal? Planning a vacation any time soon? Are you a mom? Are your kids going to be … More Holiday Road
I used to know cool things. Like hip bars and restaurants. Now I use words like “hip” and can tell you in great detail the location and equipment contained in each local park within a 15 mile radius of where I live. Want to know what Costco has in stock right now? Where the closest … More I Don’t Remember Me (Before You)
The one year anniversary of our official quarantine has come and gone. But it’s today that marks something a little extra special for me. Today is the first time since March12th/13th, 2020 that my children have gone TO school for TWO consecutive days. I repeat….THEY ARE NOT IN THIS HOUSE. I am done folding laundry, … More FREEDOM ’21
Years ago when my boys were little, there was a news story about a mom of three, pregnant with her fourth, who tried to drive her minivan into the ocean. I think that’s a good place to start this post. I believe it was a wise Israeli mom who once said: If Corona doesn’t kill … More We Can’t Stop- Homeschooling Day 2- Whatever F**king Day It Is Today (Part II)
That fateful Sunday evening when the email arrived about closing school for two weeks, I was told the look in my eyes was one of pure resignation and agony. TWO WEEKS of the kids being homeschooled???? There weren’t enough virtual yoga classes or YouTube meditations to calm my inner voice that was wailing, “HELL NO!” … More Shiny Happy People- Homeschooling Day One (Part I)
Some days are diamonds, some days are rocks… … More Walls
Suburban Rhapsody 