THEY’RE YOUR KIDS, NOT YOUR FRIENDS
A cranky old lady once told me kids weren't my friends. I wondered just what was wrong with her thinking. She had passed away by the time an editor asked me if I had any suggestions for my book title.…
Where’s My Valentine?
A dozen roses. A box of chocolates. A romantic candlelight dinner. A thoughtful present wrapped with fancy red ribbon and bow.Oh, a card with clever wording that says you’re very special.What about a Valentine's Day when the goodies don’t come your…
And Then There’s Christmas
Did you hug your kid today? Did you give a friendly smile to a kid you didn’t know?When they’re little kids, smiles and hugs seem to come naturally. Don’t much have to think about this as it seems just being…
Mother’s Day is Here
Nope, I'm not going out for brunch or dinner at a favorite restaurant. I'm also going to pass on getting dressed and taking in a theatrical performance. The cast of "Joe Turner's Come and Gone" playing at the Mark Taper…