What’s Wrong with This Picture?
As someone who–for nearly a decade–was an expert in unhappiness, I’m learning what makes living with flair so important. At our worst, we become deeply
August 17, 2010
Live With Flair
(my daily blog)
How to Hug Someone Right
Today I hugged Anthony the Cashier. I’m at the grocery store, and I spy Anthony. He doesn’t look so happy. I found out last week
August 16, 2010
A Real Message in a Bottle
Yesterday, a message in a bottle arrived in my mailbox (complete with postage, sand and shells from the beach, and a scroll). Apparently, you can
August 15, 2010
So Uncool
Last night I brought my favorite game (Scrabble) to a swank wine and cheese party. All the women looked like they just came from the
August 14, 2010
The Easiest Way to Persevere
There’s just too much to do. That’s the problem today. Most people have a threshold. They can balance just so many plates in the air,
August 13, 2010
My Fight with a Ballerina
Early this morning, as the rain drizzles down, I drive across town to a ballet studio. I’ve never in my life been anywhere near a
August 12, 2010
How to Write a Love Note
You have to write it in your own handwriting. And you have to hide it for the person to find later (when they least expect
August 11, 2010
What’s on Your Kitchen Floor?
Late last night, I get out the bucket and the mop. I mop my kitchen floor. It’s nearly 10:00 PM. I fume that no
August 10, 2010
A Middle of the Night Question
In the middle of the night, my daughter finds me and asks: “Mom, is it true that moose are going extinct?” The question has her
August 9, 2010
Just Because There’s Space Doesn’t Mean You Have to Fill It
For the first time in 9 years, I’m going to have space. Space and time. Both my daughters will attend elementary school from 8:30-3:00 PM.
August 8, 2010