Memories

I was intrigued by an article this week in our local e-paper regarding a party that was “busted” by the police where 15 kids were found nearby a home that had received complaints of noise.  I found the responses interesting, as someone commented that the police should focus on...

Being that graduations are in the air with new beginnings, and people either starting or finishing school of one level or another, I thought I’d ponder a little bit about my all girl Catholic high school days. What I don’t miss about High School: Running for that damn bus,...

June is the month were culminations embark into new beginnings.  Kids grow and progress into new stages of life and the world is quite their oyster.  This week’s Mom’s Council talk asks for advice for new graduates, and asks if you could turn back the clock, what sage advice...

You know what a zinger is.  It’s one of those things that comes out of someone’s mouth that you just don’t really know exactly what to do with.  It’s not necessarily a dig, but often it is. These are the times you are so at a loss, you can’t...

Am I a perfect mom?  Absolutely not. The title is a bit of a joke, as I’ve heard some moms swear by certain “How To” books for raising their kids.  When I hear this, I’m snickering to myself. In my heart, I know that every kid is different, and...