Germs Suck

Haven’t had a marathon sick-fest in a few years. Sure, people get colds, fevers, broken arms, lice. But not the … More

a little new year’s music

I LOVE the new year switcharoo. Fresh. Clean. Kind of like my digestive system this week. Everyone in my family … More

This week was strange, discombobulating. My work schedule is all wonky and Mimi has been sick. Beenie is fine. She’s … More

Everyone loves you when you’re a freelancer. Or temporary. There’s a certain Je ne sais quoi about someone who isn’t … More

Yes. It has finally happened. After what seems like months, but in reality has been about two weeks, I am … More

Yeah, we did survive yesterday, barely. Today the sun was shining in a clear, blue sky. I did some research … More

Did I ever tell you about the pink sequin incident? The girls’ friend, Alexander, who they have known all their … More

Two a.m.? Check. On the couch? Check. Hacking cough? Check. Post nasal drip causing cough? Check. Cough medicine? My special, … More

you don’t have to cut up all foods into small, bite-sized pieces some mornings, the two hours of school silence … More