The current Republican government of North Carolina (I cannot bring myself to call these scoundrels leaders because they are anything but.) continue to undermine voters, disregard protocol, negate contracts, devalue teachers, thrash the poor, stomp on minorities, and play … [Read more...] about These Are Children, Not Statistics
Dirt and Noise
Victoria’s Secret Should Be Kept Under Wraps
Men and women alike have had their bloomers in a bundle over the latest Victoria's Secret spring break line "Bright Young Things." For starters, there's nothing more that a college bred gal likes to be called than a "thing." The company claims it is an extension to the … [Read more...] about Victoria’s Secret Should Be Kept Under Wraps
Alley-oops – 5:00 Fridays TM
It's round. It's dimpled. No, not a baby's booty. Lemme finish. It's orange. It's NCAA tournament time. What we drink must honor those who dunk, shoot, rebound, and alley-oop. I'm not actually quite sure that alley-oop is a verb, but work with me here. I was just … [Read more...] about Alley-oops – 5:00 Fridays TM
Al Capone Slept Here – Wordless Wednesday
The Media Lacks Compassion (and Sense!) When It Comes to Steubenville
I have two little boys asleep upstairs. They are small enough to still hold my hand in parking lots and say "I love you" unabashedly. They are wild and loud and energetic, yet possess a certain pensive quality that sneaks out when they are reading or daydreaming. They are both … [Read more...] about The Media Lacks Compassion (and Sense!) When It Comes to Steubenville
Zipang – 5:00 Fridays TM
Mac Daddy and I went out for sushi last night to celebrate our 13th wedding anniversary. We went to Sono, our favorite sushi place in downtown Raleigh where the vibe is sophisticated but not snooty. The cocktail menu at Sono changes frequently, and the drinks do not disappoint. I … [Read more...] about Zipang – 5:00 Fridays TM
Lucky 13, the Anniversary Edition
Forget about Albert Einstein's birthday. Forget about Pi Day. Today is our 13th wedding anniversary. Lucky 13 indeed. Lucky to be married to Mac Daddy, who laughs at my good jokes and guffaws at my bad ones, who is my fiercest cheerleader and most loyal … [Read more...] about Lucky 13, the Anniversary Edition