Published in The Broomfield Enterprise, 6/24/07
There is a long list of things that have come out of my mouth in the last 8 years that I never thought I would hear myself say.
Before I had children, I never thought I would have to remind someone to use soap when washing their hands—and water. I never […]

Father’s Day is a time to show appreciation for the men who taught us how to hit a baseball (and read the batting averages), who took us on our first driving lesson (and nearly had a heart attack), and who scolded us for playing with the matches and hairspray (even though they’re the ones who […]

Have you ever felt the need to save yourself from yourself—watching everything you eat and, at the same time, feeling guilty for what you’re about to order at a restaurant?
Many bodies, mine included, like latching on to anything that results in great culinary pleasure. Chocolate, steaming croissants, buttery lobster tails, hazelnut tortes. To work off […]

With father’s day right around the corner, I have been struggling to find just the right gift for my husband. Since he is not the handiest of men, the typical tool belt stuff would be lost on him. Lawn stuff, golf stuff, leather frames and watch holders…I’ve done all that in years past…and none of […]