8 reasons why Quinn is cooler than (most) other 8 y/o’s:

He knows the difference between the Beach Boys and the Beastie Boys. Bonus: He prefers the Beasties! His sense of humor is sophisticated and constant - and (more than) occasionally inappropriate.  His brothers and parents are probably equally to blame. He has seen every single James Bond movie and can tell you which actor played … Continue reading 8 reasons why Quinn is cooler than (most) other 8 y/o’s:

I’ve got a badge – and a glass of wine.

Well, guess who gets to be the bad cop?  Yes, yes, I know, if the shoe fits, blah blah blah.  Whatever.  Give me a second, please, while I take another swig swallow sip of wine, ok?  Exhale.  Sigh. You know how kids like to play their parents, especially in divorce situations?  Yes, you do, you … Continue reading I’ve got a badge – and a glass of wine.

Are you my mother? And who’s my daddy?

image: http://blog.schoollibraryjournal.com It's been a weird weekend...I kind of hit the wall on a number of levels, or perhaps it would be more accurate to say, hit the wall  with numerous body parts.  Truth be told, I probably used my head the most.  I had so many options available to me; concerts, and old friends, … Continue reading Are you my mother? And who’s my daddy?

I can see clearly now the rain has gone

image: http://phoenixlasiksurgeon.orgNo, literally.  I have new glasses and an intense rain shower just moved furiously through the DelSo. Things look different, both sharpened and softened somehow, and I feel as if I am seeing my surroundings with new eyes.  These two events got me to thinking about my vision over the years, recalling when I … Continue reading I can see clearly now the rain has gone