by Writer1 | Mar 18, 2016 | Column, Women and midlife
Two hours married. So far so good. When I was a newly engaged 25 year old registering for wedding gifts, I chose two sets of champagne glasses – fancy crystal ones and the cheaper, boxed ones for everyday. Yes, you read that right. In my mind, we’d definitely need... 
by Writer1 | Nov 20, 2014 | Column, Slightly off topic…
As Published in The Rye Record on November 21, 2014 Adorable, but not amazing. Being a contestant on a reality TV show is an amazing journey. I know this because, when interviewed, each and every one of those contestants (win or lose) says what an amazing journey it’s... 
by Writer1 | Apr 19, 2014 | Column, Women and midlife
I am almost always called out of the line at airport security for a “random screening.” Statistically, it can’t be random. I suspect the fact that I’m traveling with a bunch of kids who don’t share my last name has something to do with it, as my stature and demeanor... 
by Writer1 | Feb 5, 2014 | Column, On being a mom
I like to drink coffee with my husband in the morning while he gets ready for work. He has the sort of job where you have to shave and get dressed. I have the sort of job where you have to do neither. I tend to feel defensive about this, particularly when he asks, “So... by Writer1 | Jan 24, 2014 | Column, Women and midlife
As published in The Rye Record on January 24, 2014 I’m pleased to announce that my midlife crisis has come to an uneventful conclusion. I have emerged untouched by an obscure tattoo, a tennis pro, or the leather seats of a new sports car. I didn’t even start...