I was in New York for six days last week (more on why in my next post) and some of you may be wondering how my husband and kids fared in my absence. My kids told me that they had a “great time with dad around” and that things were “really fun” which might be … Continue reading The Chronicles of Nahtmee-a
Women Don’t Need Silent Doritos; Kids Do
Much has been made of the recent news that the makers of Doritos, the crunchy, salty, finger-stainy snack, have decided that what the world needs right now, what it really, truly needs to solve all of the injustice, inequality, terrorism and nuclear threats that have become daily life is special snacks for ladies. They poured resources into … Continue reading Women Don’t Need Silent Doritos; Kids Do
British Airways Thinks I’m a Man
Before I launch into my rant, let's be clear on one fact: my gender is Female. These days, I have a lot of gender options available to me and Female is grateful that I chose it. Or that it chose me. There’s a capital “F” on my birth certificate, my passport, my driver’s license, all … Continue reading British Airways Thinks I’m a Man
London Snow is not New Jersey Snow
It's a December Sunday in North London and it's snowing. Hard. Well, hard by UK standards, but the snow is of a pretty decent quality and the snowballs have been flying all morning. Of course we don't have a snow shovel because it never snows in London. Except for when it does. It's one of … Continue reading London Snow is not New Jersey Snow
The Unexpected Hazards of a Tragus Piercing
It's my birthday and, in addition to keeping a promise to myself to finally launch this blog after the requisite amount of procrastination , I decided to treat myself (#selfcare) to a pair of earrings at Maria Tash ("the American authority on body piercing") that I’d been eyeing for a while. I say pair, but … Continue reading The Unexpected Hazards of a Tragus Piercing
The Mom Who Knew Too Much 