by Writer1 | Jan 29, 2016 | Column, On being a mom
As published in the Rye Record on January 22, 2016 I saw a woman leaving the YMCA yesterday with a baby strapped to her chest, another, slightly larger one in a stroller, and a three year old holding her hand. She was infested with small children. I stopped to watch.... 
by Writer1 | Nov 23, 2015 | Column, Slightly off topic…
Astronauts need space. It’s funny when your kids start driving and noticing how frequently the adults around them don’t obey the traffic laws. Look, Mom, that guy didn’t signal. Look, Mom, that lady ran the stop sign. Again, I need to fill them in. I explain to my... 
by Writer1 | Oct 12, 2015 | Column, Slightly off topic…, Uncategorized
As published in The Rye Record on October 9, 2015 It’s a basic human need to be heard. It’s why we have words and art, so that we can take what’s inside of us and share it with others. Likewise, really hearing what someone is trying to tell you is the most affirming,... 
by Writer1 | Sep 10, 2015 | Column, On being a mom
As published in The Week on September 4, 2015 Teenagers fool us with their size, vocabulary, and swift mastery of new devices. They seem to be about the right shape to fit into the adult world. They drive cars. They know algebra. So it’s always momentarily... by Writer1 | Jun 27, 2014 | Column, On being a mom
As Published in The Week on June 19, 2014 Raising kids isn’t cheap. At first it’s just the basics like shelter, clothing and food, but it quickly spirals out of control into music classes, their own seat on an airplane and many, many pairs of subtly different cleats....