What a powerful statement. But really, what else is there? I had coffee with a friend who is going through a time of...well...transition. Life dealt some unexpected challenges forcing my friend to question life's purpose and step back and take a good hard look. At first she thought her life was … [Read more...]
When your husband looks hot ;)
My husband often reads my blog but, I've got to admit, I hope this is one post he misses. Not because I am going to vent my frustrations or say something nasty. In fact, the complete opposite...but the truth is, he would be mortified. For those of you who don't know him, my hubby is a pretty quiet … [Read more...]
The Motorcycle Diaries
Okay, let me start off by saying that this post is going to be totally off topic. So for those of you who were tuning in for my latest riveting movie review ('cuz I know there are so many of you...he he he), I apologize. But, this past week something entirely momentous happened. My … [Read more...]
Christmas Traditions II – The Christmas Letter
Mostly, I am impressed with people who send Christmas letters because it means that they were prepared and organized enough to do so. I also enjoy catching up on the comings and goings of people I haven't seen all year. But like most honest moms, I do find the letter a bit intimidating. Why … [Read more...]
Empowering Parenting: Satisfying Relationships
A very tiny portion of the results of the relationship poll spoke of satisfying connections with your partners. However, the majority of moms commented on feeling stuck, frustrated, angry, sad and dissatisfied in their relationships. Generally speaking, and what I notice most in my practice … [Read more...]
Kids and Marriage
Does your relationship with your kids affect your marriage? I know that in the early years there is the whole sleep deprivation and division of chores thing, but what about when they get older. We have a 17 year old, 14 year old, 12 year old and 3 year old in our house and things can get quite … [Read more...]
Catholic Guilt
There is a great line in " The Commitments"(which you should see if you haven't) where a poor Irish white guy is trying to channel the greats of soul for his saxophone and he wanders around Dublin chanting, "I'm black and I'm proud." I have days where I wander … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving
One of the very fun perks of writing this blog has been Cuisinart sending me several products from their line. I've particularly enjoyed the Smart Stick Hand Blender, which has sent me into a pureeing spree. It also was fantastically timely, since I blew up my blender about a month ago and my poor … [Read more...]
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