Why Robin Williams’ Death Has Shaken Me

Of course it is sad when a legendary actor dies.  When one dies at a “ripe old age” we all pause for a moment and think about their amazing career, and roles that resonated with us.  When they die young, we think about what could have been, not just on the screen, but a life … Read more

Cousins – We Put The Fun In Dysfunctional.

When I was a kid, my cousins were in Washington State, Northern British Columbia, and Ontario.  Perhaps the fact that none of them lived in the same town as us made them all a little exotic to me, but I always felt like they were special.  Even though we moved a ton while I was … Read more

A quick no bake, gluten free luscious lemon mousse.

Luscious Lemon Mousse Recipe – gluten free

If you’re looking for a wow-factor dessert to bring to a summer gathering, try this simple and delicious gluten free lemon mousse recipe. My sister doesn’t remember who originally emailed this recipe to her, but she’s been making it for years, and it has become one of her signature dishes.  We always put most of … Read more

I Wasn’t Prepared For This.

Warning – graphic and gross. As a single parent, I’m used to doing it all, but I wasn’t prepared for how hard it would be for both of us to be sick at the same time – the night before a flight!  My excuse for being unprepared is that aside from Roseola when she was … Read more

Why I’m Glad I Joined A Mommy Club (Or Two)

I’ve actually been part of two Mommy Clubs, and I’m grateful to both of them. I had relocated from Guatemala City to La Quinta, California, a town that seemed to be mostly comprised of wealthy retired people.  I had my parents nearby, but I am very social by nature and wherever I’ve lived I’ve always … Read more