There’s an old organizational rule that says “If you haven’t worn something in over a year, you no longer need it.” I've seen that “rule” in fashion magazines countless times, but I never liked it. … [Read more...] about “Cleanin’ Out My Closet”
Friendship
When Your Kid Comes Home From Camp
When your kid comes home from camp, he’s going to be different. He’ll be taller, older and dirty(ish). He’ll be happy to see you, but missing camp. He'll show his love by stomping around and mumbling … [Read more...] about When Your Kid Comes Home From Camp
The Easier Way To Live
(From The Archives, March 2013) What’s so ironic about Dim Sum and Doughnuts is that I’m writing it so my girls have something of “me” when they get older, but, at the same time, I never have any … [Read more...] about The Easier Way To Live
When You’re Feeling Left Out
In the last month, five different people from five different age groups have said something to me about feeling "left out” of friendships. FIVE different people. FIVE different age groups. I guess … [Read more...] about When You’re Feeling Left Out
Mailbag Monday! How To Find Downtime And Deal With Sucky People
Mailbag Monday #6! I picked two topics/questions for this installment. Feel free to agree, disagree or add on because we all know I have no business answering questions from … [Read more...] about Mailbag Monday! How To Find Downtime And Deal With Sucky People
It Really Does Take A Village
When I moved away for college, I didn’t think I was coming back. I loved Michigan; I just always assumed I’d end up somewhere else. I lived in Columbus, Ohio for several years after college, but when … [Read more...] about It Really Does Take A Village
How To Deal With Mean Girls
Mean Girls are like bumble bees. They come and they go, but when they come, they’re looking to sting. I have been stung by Mean Girls, and I have also done the stinging. What’s more, for the last … [Read more...] about How To Deal With Mean Girls
You’re Not Alone (IX)
I’m not saying these are all about me. I’m just saying if you feel the same, or you have done it too, you’re not alone. You’re not alone if… 1. You wish the cashier would just add on the extra … [Read more...] about You’re Not Alone (IX)
10 Things I Have Learned From Walking My Dog
I was taken by surprise last week when the Vet told me my dog, Bruno, was 10 pounds overweight. I knew he was a little plump, but not 10 pounds. I was not happy. I felt like he was basically calling … [Read more...] about 10 Things I Have Learned From Walking My Dog
What They Would Have Wanted…
When I was in my 20’s, I had an on-again/off-again boyfriend who was not good for me, but I was addicted to him. The first time we met the attraction was instantaneous and we were fighting before we … [Read more...] about What They Would Have Wanted…
