The holiday season is in full swing now, and as a mom I am always looking for fun things to do with the kids. One of my favorites is making […]
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Is it ‘pop’ or ‘soda?’ Either way it’s delicious at Pop the Soda Shop
As one might surmise from the name, Pop the Soda Shop in Westover is an establishment that provides specialty fountain drinks — and doesn’t take an official position on the […]
‘Fake or Fortune’ fun for fans of British TV, art
Normally I don’t write about TV shows or movies. I watch plenty but typically have nothing interesting to say about it. While not sure this instance is an exception, I […]
‘Frybread Face and Me’ tells a specific but relatable story
My family lived near my maternal grandparents, so many of my early memories include them. Summer nights swimming in the pool and listening to the sound of the nearby racetrack. […]
Surviving the holidays: Start early and learn to say ‘no’
Today I want to talk about the holidays and the expectations they puts on us mamas. The holidays when family comes together to celebrate and spend quality time, but sometimes […]
Curl up with a Stray Cat Chimmi for a comforting meal
Most culinary historians agree that the chimichanga, a deep-fried burrito often served in Mexican restaurants, actually originated in Arizona in the first half of the 20th century. The exact details […]
Modern-day party guest leans into 18th-century stays
Recently at a party I chatted with a new acquaintance while she worked on a hand-sewing project. To me, this was normal party behavior. My family members take knitting or […]
Where are the heroes our kids need?
“We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility. It’s easy to say ‘it’s not my child, not my community, not my world, not my problem.’ Then […]
‘May December’ not an easy watch, but worth it
In one of my favorite television shows, “Ted Lasso,” one character asks another if his partner makes him a better man. It is meant to shock him out of the […]
A creative activity to keep the kids busy over Thanksgiving break
Are you looking for a fun activity for the kids to do while they are home on Thanksgiving Break? With the kids home for a few days, they will be […]
