My Gramma. Smokin' and a-drinkin', probably a Jack and ginger. 1970's-ish. Oh, that face. Oh, the cigarette case with the black cigarette holder, the butane lighter. The way I came to associate the mixed scents of cigarettes, cocktails, chlorine (she loved to swim), and perfume … [Read more...]
The Work-at-Home Mom’s Kids Are Back to School: Day 5
Kid comes in the door after school today. Kid: Hi, Mom. Me: Hi. Kid: Do you have someone over? Me: No. Kid: But you're wearing flip-flops. Me: So? Kid: And you're...dressed. The bar is low, people. Very low. … [Read more...]
Fan Mail for Matt Groening
In the latest of my questionable parenting choices, I have consented to letting my children watch The Simpsons - but only when they are accompanied by an adult. It's full of unkind language and adult humor that they wouldn't understand. I mean, if they watch The Simpsons alone at … [Read more...]
Flashback Friday: Happy Birthday to My Dad!
This is about my dad, okay? Let's not focus on the bangs on the ladies in this picture. Happy birthday, Dad! … [Read more...]
