What mesmerizes me about the ocean is that it never stops. You cannot measure time by something eternal. The ocean dances to the metronome of the moon in a paradox of grace and rage. As we squished sand between our toes on our weekend beach getaway, I was once again moved by the … [Read more...] about The Beach and Bad Words
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Rock Stars – Wordless Wednesday
Happy Anniversary, Mac Daddy!
When Mac Daddy proposed I thought he was joking. He woke up one morning and said, "Hey, let's get married in Key West when we're there on vacation!" I snickered. We were leaving in three weeks. It was only appropriate that our first dance was to a Jimmy Buffett song, … [Read more...] about Happy Anniversary, Mac Daddy!
International Woman’s Day – A Tribute to Our Nanny
Today is International Women's Day. It's a day to celebrate achievement, shed light on inspiration, and call attention to women's issues the world over. I'd like to mark today with a few words about an uncelebrated but much loved woman who has graced our lives. Miss E. Miss … [Read more...] about International Woman’s Day – A Tribute to Our Nanny
Healthier Meal Makeovers in The Motherhood
Food feeds so much more than your belly. Grandmas the world over know that food is love. And you know that I love food. There was a time I could say "I love to eat" in seven languages. I could travel to every continent and be fed. Never mind that I didn't know how to ask … [Read more...] about Healthier Meal Makeovers in The Motherhood
Celebrating Dr. Seuss’ Birthday – Wordless Wednesday
What’s for dinner?
I write and tweet and post a lot about food. And you know I have strong opinions. Food consumes me almost as much as I consume it. If you have a hankering for shrimp but want to scamper away from the scampi, here's one of my favorites I posted over at TypeAParent. … [Read more...] about What’s for dinner?