I have been thinking lately about the art of homemaking and how it relates to family life. And I have come to the conclusion that I need to be more of a “fun mom.” Yes, I read to my children, teach them to do chores, cook with them, drive them everywhere…..but after vacation ended this summer I haven’t had a lot of time to play together with them. We have been on the go with various tennis and piano lessons, parties and other summer activities and in the last couple of weeks, time has slipped ... View the Post

"Genius is of small use to a woman who does not know how to do her hair."-Edith WhartonI've always had a complicated relationship with my hair. I think that I've tried almost every hair style ever invented:  bleached, dyed (brown, black, and purple), long to my waist, short to above my chin, permed, dreaded, braided, curled, waved, straight, crimped, and ratted.  And I've got the pictures to prove it...but fortunately for you I'll save the gory details (and photos) for another time.  Suffice it ... View the Post

So, here's the thing.  Among other glaring imperfections I have scary skin.  So scary infact that once a few years back photos were taken of my hands to use in student studies at a local university.  True story.I have crazy eczema that left unchecked (or when I get really stressed out) goes berserk and attacks my hands and legs...first with itchy bumps and later with ugly sores.  (And you all wonder why I don't post more photos of myself....)Usually I am just fine but sometimes it's tricky ... View the Post