“For Chrissakes, Kevin! Will you remember to put the damn toilet seat down!” Laughter rippled through the living room. Kevin cringed as his mother’s words echoed through to him. He could feel his ears getting hot. Why must she always … Continue reading Daydreamer
“But you had started learning to drive before. Why did you stop?” “Because I don’t need to,” Mattie shrugged in reply. “My husband takes me wherever I need to go.” Tamsyn scratched her head and raised one eyebrow. “You do understand … Continue reading Back in Town
The boys paddled in silence. The only sounds were made by the oar rhythmically cutting through the water or the occasional gull as it flew overhead. It was Jeremy’s idea that they go camping that weekend, just the two of … Continue reading Quality Time
“Happy birthday, great-Grandma!” 6 year-old Madeleine took great pleasure in declaring this wish as often as she could. All day she’d run up to and plant a huge kiss on the older woman’s cheek. Maizie hugged her great-granddaughter tightly. For Maizie, … Continue reading Family Gatherings
Happy Festivus, everyone! As far as made-up recently created holidays go, this one has really taken off. A holiday celebrated on December 23, Festivus gives people the option to avoid the consumerism of all other December holidays. Festivus was made famous … Continue reading A Festivus For The Rest Of Us
Celebrating 5 whole @*^&#! days of acrimonious extended-family traditional gatherings to kick off the festive season. We’re all so excited that the entire family is coming to visit us for Thanksgiving! We don’t get to see each other as often … Continue reading Five Days of Thanksgiving
Short...but not always so sweet 💋 