“911 operator, how can I help you? “Help… I’d like to report a robbery,” I said wiping the tears from my eyes. “The address is 36-40-36 Flabby Way.” Next thing I knew, I was explaining what happened to Officer Barney Fife from the “Missing Body Parts Unit.” “Ma’am, can you … [Read more...]

I fear that I am becoming one of “those people”. You’ve probably heard of “those people” before; they partake in a particular activity that for whatever reason you find a bit odd. Rather than attempt to understand why “those people” choose to behave the way they do, you shake … [Read more...]

Middle age has lowered my body’s center of gravity and taken some of my self esteem with it. In fact, a simple incident at the grocery store confirmed how the mighty have fallen. By that I refer not only to my flesh, but also to my husband, because the entire incident revolved … [Read more...]

Three-Year-Old Apple of My Eye Sweet Baby Girl: "Mommy, can I sleep in your bed?" Exhausted Mother of Four: "No, honey, you have to sleep in your bed." Apple: "There's scary shadows on the wall." Me: "Do you want me to turn out your night light?" Apple: "No, then it will be … [Read more...]

They all say it’s easy, and in the beginning it is, trust me, it is. But what they don’t tell you is at times things can get rough, things change, and people can grow apart. And all that happened -- but, unfortunately, mine grew a beard as well. I was just like any other average … [Read more...]