Old is old.

I love the expression, “It’s the new 30.” Or, “It’s the new 40.” And there is truth in those statements. The fitness craze makes us healthier, our heart and muscles stronger. Fashion transcends decades. Uggs, leggings, ballet flats work for any age. And I know a mom...

The World is Flat.

What is the world coming to?  All around new devices are changing a beautiful, multi-dimensional and interactive world to 2D, or flat.  Didn’t Columbus take great measures to prove to old world leaders that the Earth is round?  Now, in a global world where we know...

Hardest Job in the World.

“Hello. How are you today?” Walk into any store or approach a cashier and the response is rote. Once in awhile a clerk will throw out a new greeting and ask about the weekend, past or future. This is a little too personal but manageable. A few months ago, a friend of...

Inherited Habits Oh No!

“OH S*&T!  What’s happening to me?”  I seem to be gushing this flamboyant expression at every pain, fright, or broken drinking glass.  I suppose not everything is an “OS” moment but it certainly feels like it to me at the time.  I think I’m becoming skittish or...

Run-Away Mom

“What if I just ran away for a week?”  Fleeting thoughts like this creep into my mind when I have had enough under-appreciation.  “I threw away the sandwich you made me for lunch.  It got mushy.” “The steak is overcooked.”  “I’m out of socks.  You need to do...