Dead Pony…And Other Weird Games Kids Play

Dead Pony…And Other Weird Games Kids Play

What’s the weirdest thing you’ve seen kids play? Or played yourself, maybe? I collect weird play stories, so I’d love to hear! Really, tell me! It’d make my day. I just love thinking about how kids work out their fears and curiosity in play....
My New Nurse–and What My Doctor Doesn’t Know

My New Nurse–and What My Doctor Doesn’t Know

I’d been dreading the appointment. At least I knew what to expect. Thanks to my fair skin and the countless hours I spent back in the 1970’s and early 80’s, marinating myself in baby oil and air-frying myself on an aluminum foil blanket, my...
Sweet Talk Walk

Sweet Talk Walk

A few months ago, Ben was home for the weekend. Ben and Rosie, our golden retriever, share a bond. When we first brought puppy Rosie home, she squirmed her way into his coat, her snout buried under his arm. So, when Ben and I go for a walk, of course Rosie comes too....
Pants or No Pants?

Pants or No Pants?

“Daniel has a surprise,” Sarah told me on the phone. “Want to tell Lala?” she asked him. “YES!” Daniel squealed. There was much commotion–phone yanking and running around. And then quiet. “Um…Lala?” he...
Need a Mascot for 2024? Share Mine!

Need a Mascot for 2024? Share Mine!

Happy New Year, friends! A couple of weeks ago, I was rushing around, doing some late Christmas shopping when something weird happened. A little imp jumped in my basket and begged me to take him home. See him there? I was supposed to be shopping for other...