I have tried buying smaller, light weight purses to spare my back. But that will only work if I don’t overload them until they are bursting with essentials that I can’t leave home without. Or so I think. I’m going to inventory the contents of my smallish summer purse. Here are the items that are… Read More

My parents loved most of the game and quiz shows that were popular when I was growing up. Read More

Loving a child with disabilities grants you membership to a club which people never aspire to join. Read More

Allowing kids to name their pets leads to the most creative and special pet names. Read More

I remember my grandparents’ version of recycling, best summed up by the saying “waste not want not.” Read More

Michael Jackson’s actions were so unforgivable that I cringe when I hear his music. But now that he’s gone, is it okay to dance? I’m not sure. Read More

Reflecting on radio, I remember my father and my middle brother, both of whom depended on it to survive. Read More

This Mother’s Day, I salute my mother and all who understand and appreciate the importance and challenges of what she called being “just a housewife.” Read More

For now, our lives as vaccinated people are better, but we still question every decision we make about getting back to whatever normal will be. Read More

Now, I’m starting to know how my mother felt about tech support — dazed and confused. Read More