During a conversation with some friends I started thinking about how my views on child-rearing have changed since having children of my own. Despite my best efforts, I…
My son and I spend a lot of time in the common area of our James Island townhouse complex. It’s a big grassy field – nothing special and…
If you ask me, there are just a handful of things that are “better” done outside. S’mores. Water balloon fights. Running. Picnics. If I spent 10 years adding…
So many things are celebrated now that weren’t really a big deal when I was a kid. Grade 8 graduation involved a new dress, but it was cotton. …
Somewhere in the midst of the school runs and packed lunches, I stopped taking care of myself. I’d ask you to raise your hand if you are also…
I ran away from home the other day. No, I didn’t leave with my coloring books and a Barbie. I went in my car, with my purse, the…
I get it, controlling white men want to make sure their legislation hogtying women goes to the Supreme Court. They made abortion a crime for anybody who provides…
I can never forget the day our doctor told us that my daughter has cerebral palsy. I, along with my husband, was planning a trip to the hills…
I carry a claw hammer in my car. Everyone thinks it’s funny. Like, why would any sane human have mints, Kleenex, Dramamine—and a mini cudgel—in their glove compartment?…
I distinctly remember the first time I heard the word perimenopause. After several negative pregnancy tests that resulted from a late period, I called a friend for advice.…
It was bound to happen at some point. Our parents die. Sometimes suddenly or others go slowly, but it is what elders do, they leave us eventually. My…
Dear Mom— You know me better than anyone. You know I don’t understand the combination of sandals and unclipped toenails. You know mayonnaise makes me sad. So, of…
I have many fond memories of the holidays and various fancy events as a child. I remember the joy and excitement, the special food, and family traditions. I…
It was 2:30 pm. I headed to the break room for my usual fifth cup of coffee for the day. I sat down. Per usual, that stressed, sinking…