“When our perils are past, shall our gratitude sleep? ~George Canning Last year when I first sat down to write about Veterans Day, I started wondering what the true meaning of a veteran is. After asking friends, I realized I’m not the only one asking this question. Is a veteran someone who once served in […] Read more…
Facing My Technophobia
I admit it: I have a severe case of technophobia. I just started texting about 6 months ago. I couldn’t stand reading the book Mr. Roller Coaster made me read on his Kindle. I have no idea how to use all the features on my iPod or my fancy camera. And when I once sat […] Read more…
To Whom It May Concern
Dear Daylight Savings, For the first time in years, you actually worked to my advantage. I’ve learned the key is to wear out the kids to the point of exhaustion on Saturday so they’ll sleep late on Sunday. Then Moms and Dads can sleep late too, and no hours of Sunday productivity are lost. It’s […] Read more…
Hold Your Children Close
I ran a 10k on Saturday. The weather was crummy and I was recovering from a cold, but somehow I ended up feeling great and finishing with a personal best time. The best part was when I was about halfway through the race and spotted Mr. Roller Coaster and my kids on the sidewalk cheering me on. […] Read more…
Top 10 Reasons I’m Not the Cool Mom on Halloween
I’d like to think I’m a cool mom. But at times like Halloween, I’m sadly reminded how NOT cool I really am. Top 10 Reasons I’m Not the Cool Mom on Halloween 10) I allowed my kids to have a whopping 3 pieces of Halloween candy when they got home from trick-or-treating. When I was a […] Read more…
