If someone were to ask me what I am doing this weekend, the most truthful answer would be: I am waiting for Covid. We have been extraordinarily lucky thus far. Despite the four of us attending five di...Read More
As many of you know, my grandfather, Edwin Dannen, passed away a few weeks ago. Although he was 98, he was so healthy that his death was unexpected, and the shock waves of grief are still pummeling me...Read More
I had the oddest feeling when I woke up on Sunday morning. It was the last Sunday of summer and the last day of our family vacation in Maine. I thought to myself, “I had a perfect summer. Everyt...Read More
Our neighbor up the street plants zinnias every spring. The kids and I are excited to watch every stage of the process– first the prepared soil, then the progression of tiny shoots, leaves, and ...Read More
Today is March 30, so I’m working on making my goals for the next season of the year, which starts April 1. In my planning year, there are 5 seasons: Winter: January 1- March 31 (3 months) Sprin...Read More
Beverly Cleary passed away this week at the age of 104, and I am mourning her loss. I loved the Ramona books growing up, but I've been loving them even more with my kids. ...Read More