You are My Friend (so I gotta help us out here . . . ) Women have created quite a name for themselves lately. “I’m a vulva.” “I’m angry.” “I’m nasty.” “I’m afraid.” I’d like to refresh this conversation in ways we hope our daughters will mimic. Instead of clenching fists, maybe we can open our hands a little on what it really means to be a woman and offer a […] Read More Why it’s okay to eat Trump’s favorite foods for the inauguration (meatloaf sandwiches that melt in your mouth!) Somewhere in cyberspace I read that meatloaf sandwiches are one of Trump’s favorite foods. Years ago I discovered Five Guys was one of Obama’s favorite places to eat, and I happily ate burgers with my boys there year after year without a hint of rancor. I learned to cook in Italy. So meatloaf wasn’t on the […] Read More The Spirit of Christmas Lives On (how to keep your candles burning for the New Year) “Christmas is over, baby,” I said nonchalantly as I buckled little Sam into his car seat, his legs dangling long. “It’s time to go back to school.” “Christmas isn’t over in my heart,” he said, boldness rising. “In my heart, Christmas just happened.” Isn’t that what we all want? Do we just want to go […] Read More The Miracle of Christmas comes again A few nights ago I was wrapping presents while Livy’s friends draped themselves on my couch. “I already got what I wanted for Christmas,” I told them as I tied the bow. “Really?” “Really.” In the midst of Christmas errands the Cowboy had said it like a thought that often runs through his mind. […] Read More I am praying for our nation, and I have something to say about this election. Our country is at a crossroads, and we need a fearless leader. We have two candidates who can win the Presidency, and we have to get behind one. Two people — two platforms — two belief systems by which to govern this great nation. The Supreme Court justices the new President appoints will govern the laws of our […] Read More |