We all have that one friend whose life could be a Hallmark movie. She spends her days organizing family sing-a-longs, has slow-motion snowball fights, and she snuggles with her family by the fireplace, drinking cocoa and wearing matching pajamas. The Golden Retriever has a matching neckerchief. And the toddler doesn’t spill hot chocolate on the white, plush velvet couch. This woman is too amazingContinue reading “Virtual Competition”
Tag Archives: Life and Laughter
Top 5 Halloween Party Themes
In less than three weeks, it will be Halloween. You’re running out of time to plan an unforgettable, totally unique Halloween party that will set you apart from all the boring sugar cookie decorating and pumpkin carving celebrations. Please. You’re better than that. If you’re having a hard time coming up with a unique themeContinue reading “Top 5 Halloween Party Themes”
Middle of the Night Musings
It’s 3 a.m. I’m awake. Again. My mind quivers like a raccoon on Red Bull, forcing me to think about a) Christmas shopping, b) the end of the world, c) my Halloween costume and d) wondering if I should throw Ringo the Dog outside because he’s been licking himself for hours. I’m also hot. Temperature hot, notContinue reading “Middle of the Night Musings”
Nonviolent Protest: A Primer
On Sunday, two dozen NFL teams demonstrated an act of nonviolent protest– and the country lost its shit. During the national anthem (you know, that five-minute block of time when you stock up on nachos and beer), NFL players either took a knee on the field or locked arms with teammates to show solidarity withContinue reading “Nonviolent Protest: A Primer”
Top 5 Reasons I Don’t Live in Florida
I took a summer break from writing this blog so I could have a mental breakdown. Now I can check that off my list of things to do and get back to some smart-ass blogging. As you’re aware, it’s hurricane season, and meteorologists around the country are having orgasms on live TV as they discussContinue reading “Top 5 Reasons I Don’t Live in Florida”
Why One Love Manchester Was a Big Deal
Remember in “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” when the Grinch has raided the Who’s village, taken all their food and gifts, and stands on the top of Mount Crumpit waiting for the Whos to wake up so he can hear their crying and sobbing? At first, he believes he hears wailing in the streets. ButContinue reading “Why One Love Manchester Was a Big Deal”
Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Yoga
No one told me once I started practicing yoga, it would destroy my life. I wish someone had mentioned the potential side effects before I took my first class. But it’s done and I can’t reverse the process. It would be like trying to un-melt a s’more. If you’ve considered starting a yoga practice, it’s onlyContinue reading “Top 5 Reasons to Avoid Yoga”
Irreplaceable: Carrie Fisher
A piece of my heart died on Tuesday when I heard Carrie Fisher had passed away. She changed my childhood and rewrote what it meant to be a powerful woman. When I was a young girl, Princess Leia was everything I wanted to be. Brassy and brave, and full of swagga while carrying a blaster andContinue reading “Irreplaceable: Carrie Fisher”
An Open Letter to Santa 2016
Dear Santa, I fear we’ve miscommunicated. I thought we agreed there were certain people on your list who would NOT be given the gift of the United States presidency. Maybe when I specifically asked you to “Give him coal” you heard, “Let’s bring back coal.” Perhaps when I said, “Protect women’s rights” you were certainContinue reading “An Open Letter to Santa 2016”
Top 5 Humor Writing Tips
People sometimes ask me, “How do you write funny?” I’m not sure if they mean my writing is humorous or the way I write is hilarious. So, I usually stare at these people until they wander off. If they’re asking how I come up with funny topics and put them on paper (or screen), I share myContinue reading “Top 5 Humor Writing Tips”
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