I Like Routines, I Cannot Lie
When you’ve spent as much time on this earth as I have you learn a few things about yourself. Not only am I at the “comfortable-shoe” stage of my life – which means I’ve accumulated a certain amount of...
View ArticleChange Is Good
Change is good. Words I never thought I’d say. I’m not saying I am averse to change, I’m saying just the thought of change – of any kind – used to give me the heebie-jeebies. Routine is predictable....
View ArticleTwo Graduations, A Book, And The Freshman 15
It might seem like I’ve been quiet around here, but I’ve actually been as busy as an ant at a picnic. This is what I’ve been up to … I got a master’s degree! Yippie! And I wore what felt like an...
View ArticleSummer Reading, Had Me A Blast
Summer slipped by so fast that my head is spinning. And frankly, I’m not sure where the time went. All I know is that I’m looking at adorable back-to-school photos online, trying to wrap my head around...
View ArticleWhat You Need To Know For College Move-In Day
College move-in day is one of the greatest milestones in your child’s life. It’s up there with baby’s first steps, the first day of Kindergarten, and graduation. It’s thrilling, exciting, and...
View ArticleGreat Tips And Resources For Publishing Personal Essays
Writers and bloggers frequently ask me how and where to publish their personal essays. I am always extremely flattered they reached out to me and always eager to share what I know. So much of what I’ve...
View ArticleWhy It’s Important To Get The Pneumonia Vaccine
Pneumonia is a scary word and not just because it’s hard to spell. According to the National Foundation for Infection Diseases the U.S., each year, one million adults will contract pneumonia, and...
View ArticleHoliday Gift Exchange Parties Aren’t For Sissies
Last year I experienced my first holiday gift exchange party. And I learned something valuable: Niceness doesn’t win. Niceness won’t get you the wine cooler. It doesn’t get you the 6-pack of tomatillo...
View ArticleA Few Of My Favorite Things
I’m baaack! And I’m sharing a few of my favorite things. I hope you’re all doing well and having a great summer! It’s been a while since I’ve posted on CG. I’ve been doing more freelance writing and I...
View ArticleOh, Hey There!
August 17, 2023 My little blog probably feels like the youngest child. The one always waiting its turn, getting stuck with hand-me-downs, you know, the only one without an adorable baby book because...
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