As I’m writing this, I’m suspended in that moment in time I like to affectionately call “The Crappy Night Before School Starts Again After A Really Nice But Short Vacation.”…

So I’ve noticed that everyone on Facebook is posting “thankful” messages every day in honor of Thanksgiving. For nineteen days now, I’ve read—with more than my fair share of guilt—heartwarming…

That stupid "Gangnam Style" song has been going through my mind all week, and I’ve never even heard the whole thing. But my ten-year-old son keeps singing it and accompanying…

Since I just typed it, I’ve gotta ask—why don’t we use that word anymore? Unmentionables. We totally should. Sounds so much better than bra and underwear. Which is—speaking of things…

Taking a little detour from the normal today, but I can’t help it. Here’s why.Because I read a book. Nothing earth-shattering there. If you read this blog at all, you…

There are so many reasons to celebrate November. Namely:1. I was born this month.2. This month is my birthday month. 3. My birthday rocks big time.4. I like gifts.But on…

As I walked around in the dark last night, I wrote a little poem, one I shall share with you now.A Heartfelt Ode to Halloween:“I love my kids, I’m so…

No it isn't. It totally isn't. Because…I drive a minivan.I know this confession isn’t as earth-shattering or life-changing as an alcoholic making a statement at an AA meeting or an…

If you’ve read this blog for more than five minutes, you’ve probably figured out that I love to read. Without a book in my hand, I’m honestly not sure what…

First, I think I need to take a second to address the elephant in the room. And no, I’m not talking about Mitt Romney (though I’ll get back to him…