Last weekend in New York City, I had the unexpected pleasure of seeing two of my best friends from Kindergarten. These women, now 40, are like home to me. Although we did not interact between third ... [Read More]
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Flashback: What my childhood summer looked like (and how to make skirts for stuffed animals)
When I was Julian's age, I lived with my mom in Los Angeles during the school year and with my dad and stepmom on the central coast of California during vacations, including the full length of summer. ... [Read More]
An unforgettable teacher
Challenged by Hallmark to share a story of an inspiring teacher, I went blank. Though I have several fond memories of school, I can barely remember the teacher's names -- even those that I ... [Read More]
Spring cleaning is not in my vocabulary
When I am the queen of the world, there will be a robot that carries me to my bed and cleans my face and teeth with a magic wand. Oh, how I envy my husband's habit of hanging his clothes up at the ... [Read More]
What are your birthday traditions?
Growing up, my mom was the Queen of Birthdays and always made me feel like the most important person. My sweet Milo is turning five this month and I want to make him feel just as awesome. For his ... [Read More]
The payoff has arrived
I grew up next door to a boy one year older than me. His parents hosted my baby shower, a co-ed barbecue that he attended with his wife and their one-year old son. At the shower, my childhood friend, ... [Read More]