Privileged? No. Blessed? Absolutely.

I've written before about the drawbacks to self-exposure. Putting your thoughts, experiences and yourself "out there" invites comment. It's pretty simple, isn't it? Obviously, the negative feedback I receive hasn't really been a deterrent to my sharing writing and I'm pretty comfortable with how people may perceive me. But, there's this one thing which has … Continue reading Privileged? No. Blessed? Absolutely.

Catching up with Moms@Work

Some recent topics from my blog over at the Times Union: A perfect summer day (and night) Camp Mommy Time - sign me up, please! Going to Ireland to find sunshine Over thinking A peace accord of sorts Traveling with my middle child Preparing children to travel sans mom What's HOT and what's NOT Taking … Continue reading Catching up with Moms@Work

History in Hyde Park

A long delayed return to Hyde Park finally occurred last weekend as history buff, Liam and I spent the afternoon visiting the Hudson Valley.  The primary purpose of the trip was to see Val-Kill, Eleanor Roosevelt's cottage retreat.  I wasn't aware of this lovely property prior to Liam and I touring the FDR mansion a … Continue reading History in Hyde Park

Catching up with Moms@Work

Griffin and I went to a concert. I anticipated summer and clarified my economic reality with a comment. And discussed the economic reality of American women, in general. An imagined dream come true. There's an upcoming event you should think about attending. I had a really, really bad day. Dads had their day. And Sally … Continue reading Catching up with Moms@Work

10 Reasons why I’m baking cookies for Father’s Day

I never got to bake them for my own father I like to eat cookie dough. It's Father's Day - not (ex)Husband Day.  He'll always be my boys' father and deserves to be honored as such. He always enjoyed my cooking and baking skills. The house will smell great. It's his first Father's Day without … Continue reading 10 Reasons why I’m baking cookies for Father’s Day