We all think we are going to live forever. But tomorrow is promised to no-one. (I see you rolling your eyes, but I promise this post goes deeper than that.) And yet, we live like we have all the time in the world to “do the thing.” The big things, the small things, the important…
I was obsessed with Barbie. Spoiler alert: This post contains reference to The Barbie Movie. My Barbie Obsession Pink and Pretty Barbie was my favorite. Probably because she was one of my first dolls. But also because of her wardrobe– a luxurious faux-fur trimmed stole, shimmering long pink skirt or pants, sparkling top with silver…
Ah, the first day of summer. Its arrival is heralded by chirping birds, abundant sunshine (if we are lucky), and the fragrant bloom of lavender in the garden. But, if you listen closely, there’s a bittersweet symphony playing in the background. One that, like the scent of sunscreen or the soft hiss of a soda…
The last time I saw my Mom was on Mother’s Day. I snuck into the hospital in the wee hours of the morning to wish her a happy Mother’s Day and say goodbye before I headed back to Pennsylvania to celebrate with my own kids. I knew she was sick, of course. That’s why I…
Ahhhh – prom night. Two words that strike fear in the hearts of parents everywhere. Thirty years later I can still vividly remember my own prom night. I felt like a fairly tale princess in my red satin ball gown hopping into my glass coach (aka limousine) with seven of my closest friends. Yes, prom…
Yep, I said it. I don’t care where your kid goes to college. Don’t be offended. I don’t care where my kid goes to college either. Actually, I don’t even care if my kids go to college. I mean, of course I care, I’m not a terrible mom. I want them to be happy and…
