This morning I read a sad article in the Los Angeles Times about people selling anything they can on Craigslist just to make ends meet. It was "Craigslist as a mirror" of our times, reflecting the alarming and depressing economic downturn. My heart breaks for all of the people … [Read more...]

I stood in the hallway of the funeral home that sits a block and a half from my parents' house, eyes fixated on the carpet, listening to the sounds of my family members sniffling around me. I was frozen in place, gasping back my own sobs, letting the tears fall down my face … [Read more...]

Everyone's been talking about exes contacting them on Facebook and the awkward weirdness that ensues. It's become such a hot topic that it was the first discussion point on BlogHer's new BackTalk feature. I don't know about you, but the internet's ad nauseum discussion of exes … [Read more...]

"May you find some comfort here."Our beloved Uncle Stephen has passed away. I will be traveling back to Connecticut to attend the services. Please keep our family in your thoughts. And Uncle Steve, I hope you are kicking up your heels and feeling fantastic now.This is an … [Read more...]

1. I've had about a million tags on Facebook for that "25 things" meme. Here is what I have to say to you Facebook fans: the meme is so 2005. You are way behind the bloggers, people. I hate to say "see my blog" but all you have to do is search here for "meme" or "tagged" and … [Read more...]