I’ve been writing here since 2008, so here’s where you’ll find everything from that time I got a hairbrush stuck in my hair at a conference in Chicago to inane reflections on spiders, from memories of setting teapots on fire to social commentary on bra sizing, from funny to serious and back again. To parpaphrase a current favorite band of mind, I hope you have fun. Thanks for stopping by!
Vintage 50s Hair-Don'ts
Sometimes, you're working from home and you take a short break and you think, "Self, I could totally test-drive that super intricate pin-curl video tutorial for…
Trick or Moo
Several years ago, I was sitting on the front steps when a tiny cow approached.
A Trip to the E Arrrrrgh
Because if one thing screams “ARRRRRGH IMMA PIRATE!” it’s a bright white shirt with laces up the front and billowing sleeves.
Sophie, Music Critic
Never let it be said that Sophie reflexively supported my singing and guitar playing.
Do I Dare To Eat A Beet?
I spent the next day avoiding the fridge with complex feelings of mingled guilt and fear.
Spider House Rules
My attitude towards spiders has significantly mellowed, but the bedroom is still off limits.
Flex Frustrations
Back in February, I read a post by a friend about fitness tracking devices. She mentioned the Fitbit Flex, which was scheduled for release in…
Remembering Dennis Lane
What do I remember the most about Dennis Lane? His laughter. That thought is quickly followed by so much else: his generosity of spirit, his…
Opportunity as Compassionate People
A friend of mine, HoCoRising, wrote a blog post earlier this week called "Obligation as Compassionate People." It starts: Last week, during the Forum on…
As Explosive as a Dog Sneeze
I am no stranger to being sneezed upon by dogs.
The Perils of Doggie Bath Day
"Someone smells like a dog."
"Why are you looking at me?"
Heartfelt Thanks
Thank you. Because of you - my friends (online and offline), my family and my readers - I was honored with the title of "Best Celebrity Bartender" for Evening…