I’m pleased to report that here in Austin, Texas, we’ve survived another snowfall. Thankfully, we’re blessed with an exceptional team of local meteorologists. About two weeks ago, the famed “Prediction Center” and “First Warning Weather” sounded the alarm that it…

I’ve managed to make it through most of my life without mastering a few basic life skills.  I’m not proud of that, but at the same time, I’ve survived to this point without them, so I’m not overly concerned. The…

It’s 2025, Ladies! Yes, we’re halfway through the decade. Can you believe it? I know I can’t.  Like most of us, on New Year’s Eve I contemplated my New Year’s Resolution for 2025. In past years, it’s been a bit…

I love Christmas. It’s my favorite holiday. Why? Honestly, that’s probably a question best unpacked in a psychologist’s office, since if I break it all down, there really isn’t a good explanation.             The fact of the matter is that…

Unless you never see your children, it’s virtually impossible to go through their childhoods without suffering a child inflicted accidental injury.  Usually, it’s nothing serious requiring no more than a Band-Aid or icepack. It just goes with the territory. I…

Watching an Olympic athlete standing proudly on the highest podium at the awards ceremony, the country’s flag raising slowly above the victor’s head, and the national anthem playing throughout the venue is always heartwarming and inspiring. While it’s an emotional…

Thankfully it’s not often lately that I’m reminded of the potential harm that can come from assuming the role of “Mom” in the family.           Unfortunately, last night was one of those reminders.           My son has a dog, Max. …

Regardless of your politics, it’s fair to say that as a country we’re in a real mess right now.  Many factors contribute to our current situation, but at least one thing could dramatically improve the situation.           Citizenship 101.          …

If my math is correct (which it usually isn’t), I spent about one third of my life as a Baseball Mom.  I can’t say this was ever my plan.  I always liked baseball well enough, but if someone told me…

On a recent trip, my podcast co-host, Julie, and I were waiting in line to board a Southwest Airlines flight when she received a text message from her 16-year-old daughter.  Julie asked her daughter to do something, and she received…