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The minute I saw this photo of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt at Cannes, it brought back some wonderful memories. No, not memories of Cannes, or that stolen night I had with Brad Pitt all those years ago (oh, that there might be even one person out there who would actually believe that). Seeing thisRead more about Thanks for the memories, Angelina[…]
This was written a while back as a flash piece for my writer’s group. I thought it might be fun to dust off a few of my short fiction pieces and post one now and then. Eleanor eased the sedan to a stop near the massive willow and peered warily at the sky. The sunRead more about The Last Laugh[…]
I must admit, I look forward to Thursdays all week long. It is, by far, my favorite night of television. ABC has turned me into a couch potato by airing three fantastic shows back-to-back. Ugly Betty, Grey’s Anatomy, LOST–a perfect combo of guilty pleasures, all in one night. I start out by watching Ugly BettyRead more about Thursday Night TV[…]
Last month, I was horrified to discover some old wasp nests in my attic. The good news: we sprayed the heck out of the rafters up there, and so far, yellow jackets haven’t been an issue at all in any of the bedrooms. Now for the bad news: they’re finding their way into the basement.Read more about Invasion, part deux[…]
I became fascinated by the Duggar Family about two years ago, when I first saw a show about them and their 16 children. I remember being amazed at how happy and well-adjusted they all appeared to be. I kept watching, and followed along as their quest to build a “dream house” was chronicled on TLC,Read more about Baby #18[…]
Sal at his ordinationCongratulations to my “baby” cousin, Salvatore. He was ordained at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Saturday, and celebrated his First Mass yesterday. I was very fortunate to receive one of his first blessings, an honor that I will treasure for the rest of my life. Receiving my blessing A special thanks to bloggerRead more about Father Sal[…]
Today was a very special day for my big, Catholic family: four of our family members celebrated 3 different sacraments. My cousins Diana and Rachel both made their Confirmation, my daughter Cathy had her First Communion, and my cousin Salvatore was ordained a priest. That’s got to be some pretty solid leverage for getting intoRead more about 3 Sacraments in one day[…]
This afternoon, my youngest daughter was outside exploring in the backyard when she came upon this large web, covered almost completely in caterpillars. (This photo was taken later in the day, when they were headed back inside their “web tent” for the night.) I’m not 100% sure what kind of caterpillars they are, but theyRead more about Tent Caterpillars?[…]
I’ve blogged before about Randy Pausch, the Carnegie-Mellon professor who has turned his own battle with pancreatic cancer into a crusade to help others. His book, The Last Lecture, is a bestseller now, but for those of us who follow his blog, the news continues to get worse every day. On May 2nd, Randy postedRead more about Praying for Randy Pausch[…]
Yes, that’s breakfast you’re looking at. Not the typical breakfast in this household, mind you. No, today is a very special day: my youngest daughter turns 8 years old today, and in keeping with our family tradition, she gets to have WHATEVER SHE WANTS for breakfast today. This is, by far, my family’s favorite custom.Read more about Breakfast is served[…]