Category Archives: Growing Up

The Other Sister

Posted on January 18, 2019 by

I think every family has that one child who is ‘different’ from the others. I believe this is, to some degree, determined by a little something I like to refer to as, ‘The Mommy’s Curse.” You know the one. It’s … Continue reading →

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Sometimes 60 Is Not The New 40…

Posted on January 11, 2019 by

…sometimes it needs to be recognized for what it is…a long time. Later this year, when I turn 60, I’m sure I’ll think differently. But not today. Today 60 is a big number. Today my parents celebrate 60 years of … Continue reading →

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“What About the Italians?”

Posted on December 14, 2018 by

Last week when I shared my blog with my parents about the Asian side of our family, I received a slight admonishment from my Dad, “What about the Italians?”

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60 Sometimes It’s Not The New 40…

Posted on January 5, 2018 by

Sometimes it needs to be recognized for what it is…a long time. Later this year, when I turn 60, I’m sure I’ll think differently. But not today. Today 60 is a big number. Today my parents celebrate 60 years of … Continue reading →

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