He stands more than a head taller than I, his locks buzzed close to his head and bleached blond, ears pierced with silver studs, and an old Indian Rupee hanging around his neck. Fun fact: I too dabbled in blond when I was his age. Let’s just say he is far cooler than I ever … [Read more...] about Happy 17th Birthday to Deal
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Happy 17th Birthday, Bird!
My son is a fierce protector of the proletariat. His brain works in ways I cannot comprehend, and it's no secret he's always six steps ahead of me. To be honest, half the time I nod my head and pretend to know what he's talking about. He is deep. He poses questions that … [Read more...] about Happy 17th Birthday, Bird!
Happy 15th Birthday, Deal!
a My baby boy is 15 now. He's about to get his driver's permit (Lord, help me!). I swear I can fit both my feet into one of his sneakers. He indulges me. He cracks me up. He started talking late but has not stopped. His patience comes from within because I surely have not … [Read more...] about Happy 15th Birthday, Deal!
Love in the Time of COVID-19
I slept in fits last night. I’m not a great sleeper under the best of circumstances, but this is different. I can feel it from the inside out. There are two things I do when I am either stressed or elated. I write and I eat. I’ve had a head full of ideas but have not found … [Read more...] about Love in the Time of COVID-19
20 Years of Marriage Adds Up
20 years 3.14 pies 2 graduate schools 3 cities 1 apartment 1 condo 3 houses 2 kids 2 cats 1 dog 3 family members passed 1 appendix removed 2 casts 2 colonoscopies 2 50th birthday parties 2 Obama inaugurations 10 countries … [Read more...] about 20 Years of Marriage Adds Up
Another Teenager in the House – Happy Birthday, Deal!
My Darling Deal, The world is a flurry of shambles right now. I hate having to explain all the insightful and difficult questions you bring home. I don’t have answers to most of the topics you raise. The age of Trump has in many ways robbed you of your childhood and tender … [Read more...] about Another Teenager in the House – Happy Birthday, Deal!
Happy 13th Birthday, Bird!
I was a rotten teenager. I believe in karma. That means that beginning today, my life is about to become infinitely more challenging. Today Bird has entered the kingdom of teens. Today, Bird is 13. He was a lad of four when I started chronicling our lives and opining on … [Read more...] about Happy 13th Birthday, Bird!