Nothing Lasts Forever
We have nearly made it through a long, hot summer heat wave and weekend – luckily, the cooler air is coming, reminding us that nothing lasts forever. These days, there is a long list of things that have a short Read More …
Month: July 2019
Leave Our Imprint
No matter what we do, or where we go, we are sure to leave our imprint on the universe, the world, the and the people we meet. We have been to the Moon. Even though it was half a century Read More …
Be Chill
In this heat, you have to be chill… As cool, calm and collected as you can be. It isn’t easy. The humidity, the oppressive air, the haze, it makes your mind melt. Not really, but it feels like that. So. Read More …
Summer Fun – Even When Raining
It is up to you and your kids to be able to enjoy some summer fun – even when raining. As a kid, we always wanted to be outside. No matter what it was like out there in the great Read More …
How Long is Too Long
When sending your kids away, how long is too long? It could depend on their age. It could depend on your parenting style. It could be where you are sending them… Are they a toddler and they are going to Read More …
Just Making Sure
Sometimes, you have to ask a question twice, or even three times, just making sure they gave you the answer – an answer – the correct answer. You did the work. You offered advice. You were in the room. You Read More …
In Their Prime
Bands who played at Woodstock 50 years ago and some were just at the edge of being in their prime. And Woodstock pushed them over. Back then, a three-day ticket cost just $18…giving attendees access to now legends like Joan Read More …
Gives You Lemons
When a good friend gives you lemons – you decide that you have to savor the moments, and together is the best way. There are so many options… from lemonade, to Limoncello. lemon bars (grandmother’s recipe, of course.) lemon spritzers, Read More …
Debating Colors
Here we sit, debating colors… Of costume dresses. Of special occasion dresses. Of nail polish. Of house paint. Um. Don’t ask me…I’ve repainted my bathroom three times and still not sure I like it. Best not to spend too much Read More …
This Side of Childhood
Sometimes, life seen from this side of childhood is more or less a reminder of how much fun it was to be kids. Summers meant sleeping in, no homework and playing all day – often until the street lights came Read More …