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Fein and Dandy
Some time after the birth of my son, I found the first one. Coarse, errant, longer than the other eyebrow hairs. I freaked out. Well, that’s it then – it’s all downhill from here on out. Ace claims that everything … Continue reading
Prompt Writing: “Cuban Donkey Guy”
The three of us sit at writing group, tossing out ideas to use as writing prompts. Linda: Finding your voice; Current feelings; Using geography as an excuse; I don’t go there anymore. Anne: The incidental orphan; Rising above; At the … Continue reading
“Conscious Uncoupling”? Good Luck With That.
News of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin’s impending “conscious uncoupling” hit the internet this week. I thought I’d toss my opinion into the mix, ‘cause it’s super fun to comment on other people’s failing marriages, particularly when one lacks all … Continue reading
It’s A Boy! And he needs a name…
Yesterday morning, The Big E and I traveled an hour-and-a-half to “look at” a puppy, an 8 week old yellow labrador retriever. Anyone who has ever seen an 8 week old yellow labrador retriever puppy already knows the end of … Continue reading
Forever Young – Falling in Love at Interlochen
(*** Warning *** Technically this post is rated R for language and thematic material. If you’d prefer the PG version, please stop reading and send me your email.) Immortal Beloved – I dreamed of you last night. The two of … Continue reading
Ode To My Dead Dog
Dear Henry: We celebrated the first family Christmas without you this year. Santa gave Rafa a bat costume. I’m pretty sure he didn’t ask for one. Cousin Torrey wore her holiday dress. It’s two and … Continue reading
Managing Perspectations: a rational approach to holiday entertaining
Last Monday, my husband suggested that if I wasn’t in full-blown panic mode, I might not be paying adequate attention. Ace (a pseudonym which predates Jessica Simpson’s spawn) is a hard-core Planner. I am a planner turned (seat-of-my) pantser turner … Continue reading
How Feminine Hygiene Products Saved My Geriatric Male Terrier’s Life
**I’m thankful for the 14.5 years I had with Henry. Here’s a piece I wrote before he died.** This is Henry. Henry is a bad dog. OK fine. He’s a bad-acting dog. Let’s start … Continue reading