This was originally posted by Sierra Black at her blog ChildWild, where (according to GetRichSlowly author J.D. Roth) she “writes about frugality, sustainable living, and getting her kids to eat kale.” I think Black’s spirit this holiday season reflects that of many folks; and while my outlook isn’t as grim in 2009 (I get to [...]
We started a new Thanksgiving tradition this year, whereby everyone in attendance at turkey-day dinner writes a note about what they’re thankful for in a book dedicated to the subject. We had a lovely gathering at Auntie Carolyn’s and Dan’s in Woburn, Mass with a beautifully brined bird and a gaggle of scrumptious and classic [...]
Haven’t written in a while…and love that my last post was about the California Supreme Court upholding Prop 8. As of August 15, 2009, I’m married! Take that Prop 8 suckers!
Albie went to his second Puppy Manners class today. We have definitely seen some improvement, but, boy, is the li’l’ guy distracted! We’re working on the very basics: rewarding desired behavior such as his making eye contact, sitting for snacks, and not jumping onto folks who want to say hello to him. While I don’t [...]
We got back from a four-day (and then some) whirlwind trip to Chicago, Thursday through Monday. As my mother said, it now seems like a dream…like we were never there. Nana seems much better. She was transferred to a rehab nursing facility where they’re attempting to help her become stronger again. She does a couple [...]
what’s she thinking in that photo? is she smiling? i think she’s smiling…or trying to for the sake of the photo my mother’s snapping with her cell phone…was the flash on? did it hurt her eyes? what’s she thinking? my nana. my dear, dear nana. our nana… she’s been in the hospital for nearly a [...]
for you: a thousand yellow balloons.xo,the little girls in sf