Treasure boxes hold what’s important to us
Before I post the column for this week, let me take a moment to thank everyone who noticed my column hasn’t appeared in the print edition of the Mobile, Birmingham and Huntsville papers for the last...
View ArticleKitchen creativity and a travel story
For Christmas, I gave Bob this Italian Street Food cookbook and promised to make one dish every month. He’s been like a kid with the Sears catalog reading every page and choosing what he wants me to...
View ArticleFannie Flagg for Father’s Day
Although it’s natural for me to be sad on this first Father’s Day without my dad, since Daddy loved nothing more than a good story, I’ll commemorate the day by telling you a funny story . . . about...
View ArticleAn icy lesson in contentment
This is the story that was scheduled to appear in last week’s Sunday edition of the Mobile Press Register, Birmingham News, and Huntsville Times. So many of you have contacted me to let me know you’ve...
View ArticleThe Brain’s connection to our hurting hearts
I would get to my college Brain and Behavior class early just so I could sit next to the brain in the jar. I thought it was fascinating with all the curlicues and squiggles. It was almost like a...
View ArticleBabies are smarter than we realize
Don’t let babies fool you. Even before they can speak real words, they’re little geniuses who are capable of sending us to prison with their expert testimonies. Turning a sharp left into my garage,...
View ArticleRomance and the dishwasher
My husband and I are enjoying our extra “together” time during this stay-at-home marathon. We’re the model couple for romance and fun. Sitting together while reading, watching movies and sharing...
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Isn’t she lovely?
I've already made this post once, but the internet gulped it down with a crash. I didn't want you to think I'd taken it down because we're so happy with finally having some good news in this world —...
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Clark Kent
If you've been reading my column for a while, you'll remember my beloved Beagle, Lois Lane. We lost her last August on her 15th birthday and I was heartbroken. Lois Lane — the best Beagle ever. In no...
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The Abbie Effect
“Hi Mom, I was wondering if it would be okay if I brought a girl home to meet you?” That’s how it used to work, but by the time my sons were old enough to bring girls home, the ritual had changed into...
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