Money talks: I just don’t speak the language
Obviously, I am failing to see the big picture, money wise, and for this (and my being a writer - a career path which ranks slightly lower than illegal alien bus boy in terms of financial success), I'm unlikely to ever be obscenely, or even G-ratedly, rich.
Of prom, parents and underpants
Remember when high school prom was just a sweet little rite of passage? This, of course, was back before parents as a whole just went ahead and lost their minds.
Planning to not make plans at all
I’m packing the camper — or at least supposed to be. What I’m actually doing is writing about packing the camper. Procrastination — it’s...
Putting things into perspective
On more than one occasion, I get all hung up on my deadlines, my responsibilities, and my perceived importance in the world.
During these...
Butt then, maybe I’ll call you
We just spent a very confused moment staring at the caller ID that pops up on our TV screen and wondering how I could...
The art (supplies) of war
Every year it's like I'm engaged in the annual elusive Christmas toy craze except I'm not looking for a Tickle Me Elmo or pocket...
Pillar of strength
Ours is a lovely old farmhouse. Sturdy, solid and square.
Vacuum wars
"I'm not going to vacuum until Sears makes one you can ride on." - Roseanne Barr
Parenting for dummies
I normally make it a hard and fast rule not to make fun of other writers. I mean, it's hard, this writing gig, and...
And the walls come tumbling down
I think what keeps you young is learning a little something new about yourself as you age. I, for example, have discovered my inner...
