So a bunch of people get into their finely tuned, high-performance racing machines, drive around a track for a bit, … More
Category: Parenting
Real-Life Math Sucks
In honor of the start of another school year, this post is the answer to “When will I ever use … More
This Week the Joke Is on Me
On Friday, I was at the last night of Free Friday Flicks of the summer. I was with a bunch … More
My Family Was Catholic Until the Almighty Got a Hold of Us
Ever wonder how all the different religions came about? Well, wonder no more, because I have a highly sophisticated theory. … More
Divorce 80s Style
I came of age in the 80s. Say what you will, make fun of all the big hair, the shoulder … More
This One’s for You, Pops
This was a big weekend—Saturday was the Boston Gay Pride Parade and Sunday was Father’s Day. I celebrate both equally—cheering, … More
The Original Funny Writing Mom: Erma Bombeck
I almost didn’t want to write about Mother’s Day, because 1) it’s technically over, and 2) it seems best suited … More
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Divorce
I admit divorce isn’t funny, but there are funny things that can happen while you’re going through it. Or at … More
A Nerd by Any Other Name
“You’re not a geek, mom,” said my teen son in the same tone a snooty maître d’ would use to … More