Overheard, Secondhand

I’ve admitted many times that I live in my own bubble. It’s a nice, happy place where everything is equal. … More

Yo, Winter, What Else You Got?

This past weekend was the first official weekend of fall. Being a lover of summer, by now I’m usually wringing … More

Out to Lunch

Of the millions of opportunities we mothers have to hone our guilt, I would put money on this one as … More

Gardening: That’s a Wrap Folks

Every spring my gardening friends give me two or three tomato plants that they raise from seed for my little … More

The Continuing of the Girlie Girl Adventures: Accessories

Last summer I began the girlie girl adventures with a  post called “I’m Sexy (if Only in My Head).” I … More

Back to School Salute: 6 Questions You Won’t Get Answered in the Classroom

Many kids don’t go back to school until after Labor Day, but mine started this past Wednesday. Yes, the body … More

Introducing Our New Furry Family Member: Marble

A few months ago we said goodbye to Hamphrey, our beloved hamster and occasional muse/savior of this blog (Hamphrey snoring … More

Birthdays: Top 5 Reasons 50 is Better than 30

At least these are my reasons; yours may differ, but believe me, you have them. Scheduling surgery on your birthday … More

I’m 50, Fabulous and Happily Spent

 Like the Olympics, last night I had a fantastic dinner and dancing birthday party to conclude two solid weeks of … More

I’m Too Sexy for My Suit

I was at a lake this past week vacationing with my family. My grandparents had a cottage there and we … More