PWI–Parenting While Intoxicated

…on good food, questionable judgment, and making life work

The Conclusion – PWI’s Trip to the Holy Land

Well, it’s all over. The bad news is that despite my best efforts to convince to locals to partake of the sweet, sweet nectar that is bourbon, the folks just … Continue reading

November 15, 2013 · 1 Comment

Just a Generic Post

I was raised generic. There was a grocery store that my mom frequented when I was growing up in Rochester, NY called Bells. And this store carried the real generic … Continue reading

November 13, 2013 · 6 Comments

An Exclusive PWI Exposé: 5 Mundane Mysteries of Israel

After spending an extensive amount of time in Israel exposing the indigenous peoples to the wonders of delicious bourbon, I must share with my colleagues back home a few details … Continue reading

November 11, 2013 · 3 Comments

Baking Means Something Entirely Different in Your Late 30’s…

…and it’s far more utilitarian. I don’t really care for sweets. People look at me sideways when I confess that. I’m not into chocolate, I don’t go in for sweet … Continue reading

November 8, 2013 · Leave a comment

Israeli Hospitality – Or the origin of the phrase “You should eat”

I’ve spent the majority of my life in the South.  And one of the many things that the South is known for (aside from overt racism, inbreeding and a lack … Continue reading

November 6, 2013 · Leave a comment

All I Want Is Some Perfection–Is That Too Much To Ask?

So, last night was Halloween. I have three kids–the oldest is close to aging out of the holiday, and my youngest is just now hitting her trick-or-treat stride. I’m not … Continue reading

November 1, 2013 · Leave a comment