For decades, I tried to be cool… But no sooner did I embrace my lack of swag, when suddenly, without trying, I’ve become the epitome of chic.
Middle-Age
Husband’s double standard revealed at Twin Hills Motel
“I think this is it,” my husband, Francis, said pulling onto a gravel driveway off of lonely Highway 1. A nearby sign read “Twin Hills Motel,” which was a row of outdated pastel cottages, with bugs orbiting their porch lights…
Blinded by Love for Children and Dogs
“What’s the matter, Mom?” …”I don’t really want a yappy little dog in our house who will probably pee on everything, terrorize Moby, and drive me crazy. But I don’t like saying no,” I admitted…
Military PCS Moves: Taking the gamble
Unfortunately, military PCS moves are a gamble. No matter how much you plan and prepare, something always gets lost, stolen or broken. You can only hope that it’s that ugly microwave cart that you’ve always hated…
What I believe about Hell and hand baskets