I’m Cut Off
Every so often, when I’m feeling super-self-esteemy, it occurs to me to cut off all of my hair. You know, to knock myself down a peg or two; to stave … Continue reading
I suffer from an acute case of Inappropriate Laughter. I also have mild to moderate generalized panic disorder, which means that in instances of great stress or tension, I fear … Continue reading
What Would Castro Eat?
I have lots of irrational fears–loads of them. Choking, escalators, and every time I crack an egg, I experience a brief moment of trepidation. But my biggest fear is that … Continue reading
Insensitive Boobery–Fix it With Carbs
Ahh, the Snowpocalypse. Our school district announced that school was closing at 11:00 on January 28, as the snow grew heavier. Having grown up in the Snow Belt, I don’t … Continue reading
Knoxville Fine Dining…You’ll Find it in Maryville
Knoxville/East Tennessee has a noticeable shortage of fine dining options, which is not a terrible thing if you are a budgeteer: Look, I can be pretty happy with a hearty … Continue reading
Sullied and Purified
By all accounts, my kids are pretty good eaters. My oldest loves lentils. I mean he loves them. When I announce lentil soup for dinner he is genuinely delighted. When … Continue reading
Thai One On
So, I guess flavored vodkas are a thing now, which means they’ll be passé in no time. I’ve never bought a flavored vodka and likely never will due to its … Continue reading
Noodle Pupil
As an individual lacking any Asian lineage, I often resort to watching somebody else’s grandmother making signature dishes on YouTube. Between this wellspring of information and my own extensive knowledge … Continue reading
You Can Groat Your Own Way
Okay, okay. I’ve been known to get judgy at the grocery store. It’s hard for me when I see someone feeding their toddler Coke® from a sippy cup or a … Continue reading
Judgment-Free Zone
Sometimes your errands take longer than you planned. Sometimes the weather keeps you from going to the grocery store. Sometimes you get lost in a book and lose track of … Continue reading
PWI--Parenting While Intoxicated 