Because nothing says “I love you” like arguing about cleaning the garage in 99° heat
Every couple has moments that test the strength of their union. Ours came on a hot summer afternoon in the form … Continue reading >>
In My Head, Math is a Doodle
My brain glitches over whether to say hundreds or thousands. It's as if I can't associate the words with the numbers. It’s embarrassing. I feel like a child. The other … Continue reading >>
Need a reason to smile after dealing with rejection letters, frustrating revisions or lousy book reviews? We’ve all been there!
I don’t know if I’d actually send such a letter, but I … Continue reading >>
Such a sad song
When I was a little girl, I asked my late father to tell me his favorite song..."the most beautiful song you ever heard."
He thought a minute. “I guess it’d have to be ‘Red … Continue reading >>
Critters
The other day when cleaning sesame seeds and peppercorns from the plastic silverware tray, I noticed the varied assortment of forks and spoons we've collected over the years: a fork and … Continue reading >>
Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?
The implication is that old dogs (and old people) learn less well than the young, and that old folks are set in their ways. It's one of the oldest … Continue reading >>