You know those annoying non-moms who think they know everything about motherhood? For sure you do; everyone does. We’ve all come across them in our most insecure and shameful moments as parents. Just when we need the most encouragement — because one of our kids is having a tantrum, or talking… Read More
When Robert Fulghum wrote that all he ever needed to know he learned in kindergarten, he wasn’t kidding. I had a similar experience in kindergarten just by watching my grandson and his peers sings songs at their graduation. The other day I attended the 5-year old graduation and listened to them say their valedictorian… Read More
When did they install all those airport outlets? And since when were the lines to the bathroom so short? Also, the normally long check-in lines were suddenly so short. And that Starbucks coffee! It smelled so good! Those kids in front of us on line? How cute! I love those wheelie… Read More
A few weeks ago I traveled to New York for a quick one day/one night trip. While there I visited my mom and my oldest son and daughter-in-law and kids, which was wonderful. But my main agenda on that short trip was to meet a new person who happened to be my son (#4)’s… Read More
I’m a Nachas-ist. Yep. You read right. I’m addicted to “nachas.” Now, nachas – (pronounced nakh-es) according to the dictionary is Yiddish for joy or blessings,pride especially from one’s children and grandchildren. The truth is that there is no English word or phrase that captures the exact nuance of what nachas is…. Read More
