I am not a person who tends to follow trends. I couldn’t care less about designer handbags, celebrity news, or the latest must-see. So the incredible hype surrounding Hamilton for the past year or so didn’t sway me to listen …
No, White Nationalism is Not Different Than Flat-out Racism. Just No.
On August 12, 2017, a white supremacist at a racist rally in Charlottesville, VA mowed down a group of protesters with his car, killing one and injuring 19 more. Against my better judgment, I started reading comments on news articles …
Help Shy Kids Become “Includers” With Just Four Words
Our family is heading to a family camp that we attend every year. Our kids love it. It’s like a second home to them. They have friends that attend every year also, which is awesome—for the most part. Though it’s …
Your Body is a Vehicle—Nothing More and Nothing Less
Here’s a little reminder for you: You are not your body. It’s so easy to let society’s messages about bodies and beauty and standards and expectations and identity seep into your psyche. It’s so easy to glance at the cover …
This Dr. Seuss Ride is the Scariest Ride at Universal Orlando
Note: When my husband took these photos, he had no idea what was happening on the Dr. Seuss ride, as the ride was moving and he was too far away to really see our faces. He thought he was just …
Uh, Nordstrom? We Need To Have a Talk About Poor Choices
Hey Nordstrom, I have to admit, I’ve not always been a big fan of yours. I find you ridiculously overpriced and a little full of yourself. You do smell pretty, I’ll give you that. And those Frango mints are nothing …
Take Heart—These Are Merely the Death Throes of a Dying Order
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about my mother-in-law’s death. Judy was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer almost three years ago. She passed away eight weeks later. When we knew there was no hope left, the wonderful hospice care folks told …