The first time I had lunch with my friend Caroline, she said “I’m only friends with people who are beautiful, talented, or smart.” I left that lunch feeling more than a little intimidated, but (to my surprise) we became friends! It was good for my ego. She explained to me later that we all operate … More Caroline and the City
I have been feeling lonely this summer and yes, a little sorry for myself. I tend to retreat so that I can feel even more sorry for myself when that happens. I know it’s not healthy. Whenever I feel myself turning inward I try to do something to break out of the cycle. While I’ve … More Concerning Friendship
I think of you every day, every single day. So much reminds me of you; you’re in my little things and my big ones, too. Almost every memory I have is tainted by you; those that aren’t make me think of you simply because I want to share them with you. Your voice is in … More Dear One
“God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, The courage to change the things I can, And the wisdom to know the difference.” Most of us recognize the serenity prayer even if we’ve never been to an AA meeting. It’s a beautiful sentiment, one on which to truly meditate and chew. … More discombobulated thoughts on serenity from a total non-expert
Attention Introverts. I have seen a lot about you on social media lately. I know someone wrote a book about you guys and there are cute cartoons to help the rest of the world understand just how unique and special you are. There are currently two of you living in my family, so believe me … More A public service announcement
For the past few months, we’ve been doing a CSA. Our dear friends have a farm out in Bethpage, and we bought so much delicious produce from them last year that we decided to get the share this season. It’s been really good for us; we’ve stretched ourselves by cooking and eating things we’d never … More White Squirrel Farm
It’s so funny, the way we decide to procreate. The desire to have a baby is so basic, so animalistic. That’s what we say, and that’s what we mean! “I want to have a baby.” “Let’s have a baby.” “We’re going to have a baby!” It’s never “Let’s have a child that will eventually be … More Illness
Thank God it finally feels like Spring outside, amirite?! The kids and I spent literally our entire day (minus nap time) outdoors in our backyard. Our dear neighbors and friends moved yesterday, and we will miss them so terribly. They gifted us with their backyard play set, even helping Lance haul it over here, and we … More Backyard bliss
A few weeks ago, a guy I knew in high school died in a car accident. Facebook exploded with sentiments and condolences and memories of him, his warmth, his generosity, his kindness, his ability to make everyone feel welcome and well-loved. But this weird thing was happening inside of me, because this guy, the one … More About this guy, why you should delete facebook, and (mostly) me
It is impossible to describe the level of quiet that permeates my house right now. It isn’t silent; the washer’s spinning so loudly I’m convinced a flight attendant is about to step out of the laundry room and tell me to restore my tray table to its upright and locked position. It isn’t peaceful; even … More I incriminate myself by saying this. Stop rolling your eyes at me, moms.
hardly exaggerating at all 