Oh, Mother-in-Law!

by Chrysa Smith Before I am accused of being a horrible daughter-in-law, let me say this: it's not my sign! I swear! I was on vacation when I walked into a lovely home furnishings store. Among the elegant beds and armoires were some very funny signs---this one, among them. It struck me not only because, let's face it, who doesn't love a good mother-in-law joke? But also because my friends and I---all mothers [...]

2018-10-30T09:54:53-04:00August 10th, 2011|3 Comments

Planning For "Whatever"

By: Mary Fran BontempoTo hear an audio version of this post, click the play arrow below.My life has officially reached the “Whatever” stage.Up until now, I’d say I was in the “Run around like a maniac, trying to execute plans that never come to fruition” stage.I’m done with that delusion.In truth, I like a good plan. A plan makes me feel like I have some control. The idea behind a good plan is [...]

2018-10-30T09:54:54-04:00August 9th, 2011|2 Comments

This poem by former US Poet Laureate Billy Collins is a funny tribute to summers, camp, mothers and sons...and lanyards. The video starts a little slow, but it's worth the time. Enjoy!--Mary Fran

2011-08-07T09:00:00-04:00August 7th, 2011|3 Comments

Who is Oprah Winfrey?

By: Mary Fran BontempoTo hear an audio version of this post, click the play arrow below.I think Oprah may be having an identity crisis.It’s been just over two months since the Queen of Everything said goodbye to her daily talk show in order to concentrate on her OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network) cable channel. And things aren’t going too well.Let me just clarify that I am an Oprah devotee. I loved her talk show, [...]

2018-10-30T09:55:02-04:00August 2nd, 2011|2 Comments
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