Sitting in the hallway on a mattress. The wind is howling. The roar is constant, like sitting in the middle of a major highway at rush hour - only louder. When it gusts, it shakes the house and you can't hear the person talking right next to you.We monitor the speed of the wind by … Continue reading Remembering Katrina (part 2)
Stop the hatred… PLEASE!
Warning: This post contains sarcasm, cynicism and downright anger."The answer is: 'If [she] were a __________, she would have aborted the baby.'""What is a dying 12-year old who was raped by her father?""Incorrect.""What is a Democrat?""That is correct."According to a lovely lady called Phyllis Schlafly, if Sara Palin, the Republican V.P. nominee, was a Democrat … Continue reading Stop the hatred… PLEASE!
Remembering Katrina (part 1)
Three years ago on this date I was sitting by a hotel pool in northern Louisiana. My two-year old daughter was swimming with my husband and a friend while I sat in a lounge chair talking with the wife of our good friends. The weather was glorious but the atmosphere far from it. Everyone around … Continue reading Remembering Katrina (part 1)
Why did the rabbit cross the road?
Because he's afraid of a squirrel. Huh?Yeah, I don't get it either.Can someone please tell me why a rabbit, one that wears clothes, goes to school, and watches TV would be afraid of the squirrels in the back yard, and furthermore, why aren't these squirrels also wearing clothes and conversing at the library about their … Continue reading Why did the rabbit cross the road?
The many hats of me
I need a haircut. The shaggy, steel wool mop that haloes my head is reflected in the screen of my laptop as I sit on the deck this glorious late summer morning.I also need to finish organizing the new office which until 3 days ago was the kids room. Boxes of books, old files, and … Continue reading The many hats of me
September Sentiments
September has always been my favorite month. It is a month of beginnings. I came into the world in September and as a child in England, it meant the beginning of a new school year. I actually turned 5 on my second day in Mrs. Goddard's class at Huish Infant School, Yeovil, Somerset.I have always … Continue reading September Sentiments
Booster seats and belly buttons
Now's this for a bad day? I almost get the cops called on me and my daughter could have gotten lyme disease.With one minute remaining to get to daycare on time I discover the only thing filling the space where H's booster seat usually sits is a smorgasbord of crumbs, small toys, and juice stains. … Continue reading Booster seats and belly buttons
Sweaty Puppy: An argument against co-sleeping
I like to sleep, no, I love to sleep.Our 22-month old has been sleeping in his crib since he grew out of his co-sleeper at 4 months old (yes, he was a "healthy" baby). Last night, whether due to a bad dream or questionable cup of milk, he could not be consoled by the usual … Continue reading Sweaty Puppy: An argument against co-sleeping
Even Oprah is in on this serendipity thing
Once again my ol' buddy serendipity has popped in to say hello. Not to me this time but through me (and our good friend Oprah). I have two friends, friends from a past life, a life steeped in religious dogma. Due to a recent relationship, one of said friends is battling with an old demon … Continue reading Even Oprah is in on this serendipity thing
The Wisdom Within: Journaling to Bring God Closer
A TALK GIVEN TO AN UU CONGREGATION IN HATTIESBURG, MS (2005) Ask group to write for 3 minutes - stream-of-conscious, no censor (you know, that little voice that says “don’t write that, it’s silly”, or “that’s not true”, or “that’s not nice to say, better write something more polite”) – do not have to share … Continue reading The Wisdom Within: Journaling to Bring God Closer
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