Hunky Magoo is a fitting nickname for the husband. It's unusual and so is he. I call him "H.M." He likes to think it stands for "His Majesty." H.M. sometimes gives the impression of being unfriendly, but deep down in his heart, he's really anti-social. Like all men, he has his … [Read more...]

Last spring, I needed a pair of tennis shoes, real tennis shoes, for real tennis. See, I had lofty plans to meet another middle-aged mom to revive my game and to experience midlife renewal on Saturday mornings. I needed new tennies, but baby also needed a new pair of pumps for … [Read more...]

Attention! Whether you are a first-time parent who will face the intimidating task of potty training in the next few years or someone who is suffering through it right now, fear not, fellow moms and dads! Today I am offering the knowledge that I have gained from potty training … [Read more...]

“Can I have some?” This pathetic request came from my husband whenever he caught me eating chocolate. I always hesitated a moment, then reluctantly gave in, rolling my eyes as I forked over a piece or two. It’s not that I’m a greedy person. I can be quite giving and generous - … [Read more...]

I’m a good writer – how do I know? I’ve been plagiarized by the best. Well maybe not the best, but at least the recognizable. We’re not talking Pulitzer Prize winning publications here, but on the pop culture map, enough on the map that I wanted to be included as a rest stop but … [Read more...]