I managed to distract my children when they first raised the sensitive question last year. A few weeks later the subject somehow resurfaced. “So, tell us again, Mom - why can’t we have a puppy?” “You’d better hurry. You’ll be late for school,” I replied. “You can’t avoid us … [Read more...]

I just enrolled in an athletic club determined to try it for a couple of months to see if I have the discipline and time to stick to it. I also bought a copy of the SOUTH BEACH DIET and intend to carry it when I use the treadmill at the club, understanding that a little extra … [Read more...]

I hope my friends and family will forgive me for this. Effective immediately I will no longer buy gifts for anyone. No gifts. Not one. Never again. I’m done. Now, don’t get me wrong, my family and friends who have been the grateful, I think, recipients of my unique gifts over … [Read more...]

Well, kiddies, I have seen it all now! I was looking at the current Avon sales booklet when lo and behold, what should I see on page 49 but an “Express Curl Heated Lash Curler.” This product “gently curls lashes” in only 10 seconds! Said item requires 2 AAA batteries, which of … [Read more...]

Is it just me, or are TV commercials getting spooky? In the good old days there were jolly jingles and cutesy characters selling products cheerfully. The new trend in commercialism involves scare tactics more frightening than Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. Gone are the days of warm, … [Read more...]