When we lost both our dogs within two months of each other, I was devastated. I didn't know life without a dog, and while my husband was ready to enjoy the freedom of not being responsible for yet another living thing, I missed it. Like, a lot. I whined about it on Facebook and to friends who ... » Learn More about Welcome to the Family, Charlie!
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20 Things You Can Do with Your Time Other Than Freak Out Over Christmas Songs & Movies
I'm really ready to snap on the Internet. Forrest Gump's Mama was right: stupid is as stupid does, and stupid sure does a lot. Especially on social media. If I read one more article about how radio stations are refusing to play certain holiday songs, or how people are actually using precious ... » Learn More about 20 Things You Can Do with Your Time Other Than Freak Out Over Christmas Songs & Movies
You Can’t Break a City Made of Steel
It was raining and cold on Saturday morning. Soccer had been canceled, so everyone in my house was lazing around in PJs. While I was sipping coffee and snuggling my kids, a man shot and killed eleven people who were worshiping in their Squirrel Hill Tree of Life synagogue. The man's name isn't ... » Learn More about You Can’t Break a City Made of Steel
That Cream Goes WHERE?!
As parents, we all make an oopsie now and then. "Now and then" is a relative phrase, inclusive of our daily mishaps and those occasional whoppers we only discuss with our closest friends after a few glasses of wine. Children generally categorize our oopsie based on the extent of inconvenience ... » Learn More about That Cream Goes WHERE?!
I’ll See Your Unsolicited Advice & Raise You One Middle Finger
Today, a friend texted me upset because some basic moron in her social circle had called out Christians, making the baseless claim that they can't be both faithful and Democrats. Friendly note: if you agree with said basic moron, the rest of this post is not for you. This isn't about politics; ... » Learn More about I’ll See Your Unsolicited Advice & Raise You One Middle Finger
Pet-less for the First Time in 25 Years and Me No Likey
We started out with fish because fish are easy. But fish also die easy, and I couldn't snuggle with them. Got me a hamster but the little bastard bit me and we had to part ways. Cats were a no-no, as per my dad's allergy. I wore my parents down with the normal kid pleas: "I'll feed the ... » Learn More about Pet-less for the First Time in 25 Years and Me No Likey
I Could Easily Lead a Double Life and My Husband Would Be None the Wiser
#HusbandWTF's 40th birthday is this November. Months ago, I asked him how he'd like to celebrate. A no-frills kind of guy, his answer reflected his simple soul: "I'd like to be outside and I want my kids there and our friends' kids there. No one should need a babysitter. Everyone is welcome." Had ... » Learn More about I Could Easily Lead a Double Life and My Husband Would Be None the Wiser
LifeChanger of the Year
Last year, more than 3 in 4 educators (77%) dedicated at least seven “extra” hours to their jobs above and beyond the required work week. If you're a teacher, you're nodding your head in solidarity. Also, 66% of millennial educators identified personal finances as their number one ... » Learn More about LifeChanger of the Year
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Events for Kids
Hey fellow yinzers! The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is once again teaming up with Citizen's Bank and EQT to bring our youngest and most adorable audience members some fantastic theater experiences. With silly jokes, familiar storybook characters, amazing acrobatics, and catchy songs, shows are sure to ... » Learn More about Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Events for Kids
This is What Happened When a Drunk Lady Followed Us Around Target
When my son and husband channel their inner 70-year-old and head to the golf course, my daughters and I use our girls' only time to do fun stuff. We go to the movies, visit with friends, and enjoy shopping sprees at Target. To my husband who's reading this: calm down--I used our Red Card so it's ... » Learn More about This is What Happened When a Drunk Lady Followed Us Around Target